Recovery Specialist - Mirasol Center For Healing (Friday-Monday 3pm-11pm)

Bay Cove Human Services, Inc.•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Recovery Specialist provides direct support to individuals seeking recovery from substance use disorders and collaborates with the team to support the program’s day-to-day operations. The role supports individuals in their recovery and wellness journeys and helps maintain a welcoming environment that promotes dignity and respect. This is a non-exempt position scheduled Friday through Monday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Six months of experience in a health and human services-related field preferred, preferably working with people with co-occurring behavioral health and substance use disorders.
Flexibility to work scheduled weekends and, when available, additional shifts as needed with reasonable notice.
Understand and adhere to federal and state policies, including 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA, within one week of hire and before providing direct services.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and boundaries.
Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
Basic proficiency with Windows, Word, word processing, and Google Email and Apps.
Flexible and responsible work style that meets the agency’s evolving needs.
Work with integrity and respect the dignity and value of all individuals.
Demonstrate the agency mission through job knowledge, pride in the role, and advocacy.
Promote diversity and inclusion.
Work collaboratively and compassionately with stakeholders and partners.
Communicate with and interpret information, needs, and issues from providers, colleagues, persons served, and visitors, including at times during emergencies.
Communicate accurate information, instructions, and ideas so others understand.
Bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
Move frequently throughout the program, including up and down multiple flights of stairs, to access, obtain, or distribute supplies, sometimes pushing or pulling equipment, conduct wellness checks, and interact with persons served.
Conduct CPR, including chest compressions and rescue breathing, as needed until relieved by medical professionals.
Remain stationary for extended periods as needed.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not offer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Lived expertise is encouraged.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply; a pay differential is offered for fluency in certain essential languages.

Responsibilities

Provide supportive care to meet individuals’ needs and ensure a welcoming environment that promotes dignity and respect.
Conduct trauma-informed searches of belongings upon admission, at discharge, and as otherwise directed by the leadership team.
Observe individuals’ wellbeing throughout shifts, conduct and document wellness checks at assigned intervals, and respond to observed changes according to agency protocol.
Observe and document self-administration of medications in accordance with program medication policies and procedures.
Promote participation in wellness and educational activities and assist with recreational activities under the guidance of the clinical team.
Help maintain the program’s cleanliness and upkeep, assist with meal preparation and cleanup, and prepare rooms for new admissions as assigned.
Promptly report safety, security, or maintenance issues to program leadership.
Use crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary, including providing overdose prevention and rescue as needed.
Complete assigned documentation, including shift reports, checklists, and incident reports, accurately and promptly in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, supervision, and professional development sessions, and complete required training.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.