Recovery Specialist III

Horizon Services, Inc.•San Leandro, CA

8d•$24 - $26

About The Position

The Recovery Specialist III position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Sobering Center. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization, structure and safety for all staff, clients and community members arriving and or residing at the Sobering Center. In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You’ll have the opportunity provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.

Requirements

2+ years of client monitoring experience working directly with SUD populations
Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use
Demonstrated competency in using technology
May be registered with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE)
Must have a CA driver’s license and good driving record in good standing
Experience in monitoring safety and daily activities
Experience observing and monitoring SUD clients in a residential setting
Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression.
Ability to time manage and prioritize
Demonstrated ability to maintain facility cleanliness using facility standards
Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants
Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions…looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the f first answer.
Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
Interpersonal Communication- deliverseffective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.

Responsibilities

Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
Conducts property safety checks on client incoming property
Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure client accountability with program requirements.
Assist with meal preparation and meal distribution daily.
Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Sobering Center
Communicate daily needs or observational concerns or impression to Health and or SUD staff.
Participate in daily shift change activity any concerns
Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients at all times.
De-escalate emotionally unstable client behavior
Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients
Attends to clients’ needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.
Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.
Monitoring cleanliness and performing needed cleanup duties.
Preparing bed rolls and basic hygienic items to all incoming clients
Replenish supplies as directed by Program Manager
Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response.
Transport clients to local facilities when needed
Respond to emergency needs as directed by Program Manager
Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referral and or transfer to continuing care.

Benefits

100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
PTO and Holiday pay.
Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
Training and CEU opportunities.

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