Recovery Specialist - Addiction Treatment Center

Beth Israel Lahey Health

52d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Description: Schedule: Tues-Sat 7am-3pm (40 Hours) Benefits that start day-1! Clinical Stabilization Services (CSS) is a 40 bed detoxification program dedicated to helping men and women with substance use histories who have gone through multiple attempts in treatment. Clients are provided with a short-term intensive treatment program to guide them with their transition to long term care. Services include individual and group counseling, risk assessment for TB & STDs, HIV education, case management, and after-care follow up services. The Recovery Specialist position is a great opportunity for someone who seeks to be a positive presence in the life in those who are struggling with addiction. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Valid MA Driver’s License in good standing preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience working with substance use population is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensuring the safety and structure of the program milieu by monitoring client activities
Observes and supervises clients and unit; conducts 30 minute client well-being checks
Conducts telephone admission screenings as well as other admissions duties
Searches client belongings on admission and at discharge, or as otherwise directed by supervisor
Completes all necessary checklists, shift documentation and record keeping in a timely manner in accordance with agency policies and procedures