Recovery Specialist - Full Time 2nd Shift

Chimes • Upper Darby, PA

38d • $18

About The Position

In this role, the Recovery Specialist will help each consumer reach a maximum level of self-sufficiency through individualized interventions as well as the support of an overall therapeutic milieu. Interventions are based on service plans developed collaboratively with individual consumers.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree with 1-year of experience in a human service-related field OR equivalent in training/experience
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (if working in an adolescent residential program)
• Criminal clearance, and Fingerprint federal criminal history
• Valid Driver's license and verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Responsibilities

• Provide services as defined by program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards and Recovery model principles
• Provide assistance to the program coordinator as well as providing assistance/education in areas of medications, budgeting, self-care, and supportive counseling to the program residents
• Provide services as dictated by client and program needs
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to handle a caseload of 4-5 clients
• Ability to perform direct care tasks including light housekeeping, cooking, etc. as needed
• Ability to be a strong advocate for the residents at all times
• Ability to maintain required documentation to comply with the 2600 regulations
• Ability to be a team player
• Ability to provide a wide range of recovery-orientated services to residents
• Ability to work independently as needed
• Ability to do van runs daily and accompany residents on medical appointments
• Ability to administer medication to clients according to DPW medication administration standards
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes/shift changes as needed
• Intervene appropriately in crisis situations
• Support consumers in maintaining healthy relationships and resolving conflicts
• Must be compassionate, flexible, and knowledgeable of supportive counseling
• Must be willing to assist and skill building including occasional hands-on.
• Maintain accurate records of billable services provided by submitting records in a timely manner as dictated by the program
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor

Benefits

• Health insurance, including a flexible spending account, medical, dental, and vision are included.
• Paid holidays in addition to earned paid time off
• 403(B) with company match
• 1-year salary of life insurance
• Eligible employees can choose to participate in our transportation subsidy program, disability insurance, employee recognition programs, and referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees