Recovery Specialist-Per Diem
About The Position
The Recovery Specialist provides non-clinical assistance and recovery support to participants, including follow-up, to help individuals strengthen their capacity to engage in personal recovery. The role supports individuals and families in navigating treatment, social service, and recovery support systems; shares experiential knowledge and encouragement; and collaborates with individuals to develop recovery plans. The Recovery Specialist participates in weekly staffing meetings and case reviews, maintains documentation in the electronic medical record, records intake, recovery, and discharge plan information, and participates in training, supervision, and emergency treatment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist Certification required within six months of employment.
- Mental Health First Aid certification required within six months of employment.
Responsibilities
- Educate individuals on how to navigate treatment, social service, and recovery support systems.
- Serve as a positive role model to individuals and families by sharing experiential knowledge, hope, and skills.
- Reinforce and guide individuals and families, affirming that recovery is possible and builds on each person's strengths, coping abilities, and resources.
- Collaborate with individuals to develop a Recovery Plan.
- Attend weekly staffing meetings and participate actively in case reviews and discussions.
- Maintain regular electronic medical record charting and notes on participant meetings and case management efforts, including emails and phone calls made on a client's behalf for appointments or updates.
- Record information on intake, individual recovery plans, and discharge plans.
- Participate in ongoing training, supervision meetings, and emergency treatment.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
