Recovery Specialist (52965)

Yss•Cambridge, IA

About The Position

YSS is seeking motivated, full-time Recovery Specialists . If you are ready to help build coping skills, educate on substance abuse, and motivate youth to be successful in their journey toward sobriety, come work with us! Due to continued growth and expansion of our services, we are adding new positions to our team. These roles are not replacements — they reflect our commitment to reaching more individuals and increasing our impact in the community. As a Recovery Specialist, you will supervise and care for recovering youth on a rotating on-duty, off-duty basis; while providing an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust. You will facilitate skill-building groups, support clients in completing treatment goals, assist with daily living routines and the general management of the house so that each resident can grow and develop as an individual to their fullest capacity. The position is one of supervision, engagement through skill-building sessions, and maintenance rather than therapy. Please note that this description is not intended to be a complete list of the responsibilities required for this position. Duties may change at any time, with or without notice. For more about YSS programs, please visit https://www.yss.org/program/ . What you can expect in return... We believe in your potential, we meet you where you are, and we invest in your future. At YSS, you’ll be part of a team that’s passionate about creating hope and opportunity. Working here means engaging in meaningful work that makes a real difference in the lives of youth and their families. You’ll thrive in a supportive, fun, and safe environment, surrounded by colleagues who share your commitment to positive change. If you’re looking for a rewarding career with purpose, YSS is the place to be.

Requirements

High school diploma/equivalent
One year of human service-related experience
Flexibility to serve on the on-call rotation and cover shifts, as needed.
Recovering applicants must have a minimum of two years of continuous sobriety to be considered for this position.
Travel, including transporting clients, is required for this position.
For YSS insurance purposes, you must: be 21 years of age, have a valid, state-issued, driver's license, have a clean driving record, and have adequate insurance coverage per YSS policy.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in social work, education, or a related field
Client focused and able to collaborate, communicate, and coordinate with others.
Is an active, patient, listener.
Uses critical thinking skills to problems solve.
Ability to manage resources effectively.
Is passionate about helping others and excited to come to work every day.
Is compassionate, patient, and empathetic, with the ability to relate to diverse populations.
Speaks a language(s) in addition to English.
Has personal knowledge and understanding gained through lived experience and the ability to draw on that experience to support others on the journey to stability, recovery, and healing.

Responsibilities

Relating to residents in a caring, supportive, and therapeutic manner dealing respectively with their thoughts, feelings and choices.
Providing the necessary amount of structure to facilitate growth and productive functioning of the facility.
Providing for the daily maintenance of the house and assures that safe living conditions are provided in compliance with fire, safety, and health regulations.
Supervising volunteers and substitute staff while on duty.
Overseeing nightly schedule for residents, including rooms in order and lights out, and maintain building security.
Inspect the house to see that it is clean and orderly.
Transporting residents to meetings, work, doctor’s appointments, recreational activities, etc.