Mental Health Recovery Home Tech-NT (3rd Shift)

Rosecrance Behavioral Health • Rockford, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Specialist position is located in the Supervised Housing program working with adult clients in a group home setting. Recovery Specialist staff assist adult clients with daily living skills and providing hands on skills teaching for budgeting, meal planning, and meal preparation. However, the days and times may vary based on the immediate needs of the site. A level of flexibility is required for this position and also an understanding that a set schedule is not always guaranteed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Work independently while having an open and effective line of communication with the team.
• Perform or learn to perform de-escalation techniques.
• Plan outings for clients independently/lead therapeutic group activities.
• Change their approach to teaching based on the client's personality.
• Maintain patience to teach a client how to do something instead of for them.
• Establish a healthy work-life balance
• Forget any preconceived notions of what mental illness looks like
• Assist clients with activities of daily living (cooking, cleaning, monitoring medications).
• Helping clients safely access the community for basic needs and leisure activities.

Responsibilities

• Work hours prescribed and any additional hours-deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned. Overtime may be required.
• Supervise and manage the behavior of the residents and provide appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
• Implement therapeutic activities and facilitate development of independent living skills.
• Responsible for developing and presenting all resident education.
• Consult with other staff members and plan daily therapeutic direction for designated shift.
• May facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
• Attend all scheduled meetings of staff, such as treatment plan reviews, shift meetings or appropriate committee meetings as designated.
• Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with regulations.
• If designated, monitor self-administration of medicine by residents and record information on medical log.
• Oversee the cleanliness of the house, resident house jobs, and the proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Serve as a member of the assigned team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
• Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED