Recovery Specialists Northampton

CHD Careers•Northampton, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Grace House is a residential recovery home in Northampton, MA, serving 12 mothers and up to 20 children. This program is designed for families at high risk of decompensation and long-term homelessness due to parental Substance Use Disorder (SUD). The program serves women who have or will have physical custody of at least one child within 60 days of admission and/or women who are pregnant. The Recovery Specialist works within an Agency's team model, fostering open communication and support. The role provides education and support to families needing substance abuse treatment to maintain recovery. The goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment for mothers and children to experience success.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma required
Minimum of 2 years working in the substance use/mental health field.
Written and verbal communication skills are critical
Ability to work with computers.
All positions require background screening including a CORI and motor vehicle record check
Must have a reliable vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree or higher
Female applicants encouraged to apply
Familiar with person centered/trauma informed approach

Responsibilities

Transfers written and verbal program information to staff and electronically
Mediates concerns between residents
Coordinate with community organizations to identify and address the needs of the clients
Provide intervention and support services
Assist clients in achieving success in their role as a parent in active recovery.
Maintain professional boundaries.
Monitor female clients during urine collection for substance use screening purposes and conduct periodic room checks.