Recovery Specialist II | Cornerstone

Gandara Center•Ware, MA

11d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Specialist II/Residential Counselor II is an evolution of the basic, Recovery Specialist I/Residential Counselor I position. Recovery Specialist II/Residential Counselor II staff is expected to continue to fulfill all expectations of a Recovery Specialist I/RC I. In addition to those expectations, the Recovery Specialist II/Residential Counselor II will take more of a leadership role and focus on medication room compliance. To participate in the development of reasonable limits and structure for each person served and to implement these limits on a daily basis in the residence and community in a fair and consistent manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred.
Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

Responsibilities

Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually asses their individual needs
To transport clients to appointments as needed
Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards
Facilitate treatment groups
Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care
Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs