Recovery Specialist II - Mental Health 155

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About The Position

The Recovery Specialist II provides care responsive to the physical and psychological needs of members served and delivers direct and indirect services in accordance with individual service plans and Medicaid standards. This position is with Heritage Psychiatric Health Facility, a 26-bed hospital providing acute psychiatric treatment to adults over age 18. The posted schedule is full-time, overnight, Tuesday through Friday, from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The expected starting wage range is $23.00–$23.71, with geographic differentials and starting pay based on relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Employment is contingent upon acceptable results from applicable post-offer physical examinations, a two-step tuberculosis PPD test, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If driving is required, a valid driver's license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance are required and must be maintained. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in a psychiatric mental health setting, or a bachelor's degree (BA/BS) and one year of experience in a mental health setting.
• Knowledge of basic nursing skills and interventions, and of mental and physical health conditions and terminology.
• CNA certification or its equivalent is acceptable documentation of nursing skills knowledge.
• Proficient understanding of client advocacy and client rights as defined in Title 17 and Title 9.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must hold hands-on CPR, First Aid, and CPI certifications on the date of employment or before providing direct client care, and maintain current certification throughout employment.
• If driving is required, a valid driver's license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance are required at employment and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Provide care that responds to the physical and psychological needs of members served.
• Provide direct and indirect services according to individual service plans and Medicaid standards.

Benefits

• Paid time off for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Shift differentials for hourly staff: 6% for PM shifts and 10% for NOC shifts.
• Weekend shift differentials for hourly staff: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC shifts.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs).
• Free supervision for BBS Associate License.
• Coaching and mentorship.
• Online university tuition discount and company scholarships.
• Medical insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED