Recovery Specialist - Andrew House Boston (Sunday-Thursday 3pm-11pm)

Bay Cove Human Services, Inc.•Boston, MA

About The Position

Bay Cove Human Services is seeking a Recovery Specialist for Andrew House Boston. The position 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 Recovery Specialist supports individuals on their recovery and wellness journeys while promoting a welcoming environment grounded in dignity and respect. This is a non-exempt position scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The pay rate is $20.40 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Six months of experience in a health and human services-related field preferred, ideally 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.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to adhering 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 appropriate boundaries.
Proficiency in verbal and written communication.
Basic proficiency with word processing and computer functions using Windows, Word, Google Email, and Google Apps.
Ability to use a flexible and responsible work style to meet the agency’s evolving needs.
Ability to work with integrity and respect the dignity and value of all individuals.
Ability to demonstrate the agency’s mission through job knowledge, pride in the work role, and advocacy.
Ability to promote diversity and inclusion and collaborate compassionately with stakeholders and partners.
Ability to communicate with providers, colleagues, people served, and visitors, and quickly and accurately detect and interpret information, needs, and issues, including occasionally during emergencies.
Ability to communicate accurate information, instructions, and ideas so others understand.
Ability to bend, retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds.
Ability to 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 people served.
Ability to perform CPR, including chest compressions and rescue breathing, as needed until relieved by medical professionals.
Ability to remain stationary for an extended period as needed.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not offer visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide supportive care that meets individuals’ needs and promotes a welcoming environment of 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 facilitating recreational activities under the clinical team’s guidance.
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 as necessary, including overdose prevention and rescue.
Complete assigned shift reports, checklists, and incident reports concisely and on time, 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.