Recovery Support Specialist (Full-Time) (Venice, CA) (AM Shift)

Phoenix Houses of California•Venice, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Facility Manager, the Recovery Support Specialist provides patient supervision and facilitates program services in a safe, therapeutic setting. The role supports implementation of the appropriate treatment model and program policies and procedures, while promoting staff and patient safety. The position may include leading duties for assigned shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
For RSS 1: registration as an Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Counselor recognized by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS); alternatively, six months of experience in a related field.
For RSS 2: certification as an Alcohol and Drug (AOD) Counselor recognized by DHCS; alternatively, six months of experience in a related field.
Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and a safe driving record in accordance with Phoenix House policy.
Demonstrated commitment to Phoenix House’s Mission, Vision, and Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking.
Proficiency with MS Office systems and ability to use an electronic healthcare record.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients and model positive behavior and demeanor.
Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, treatment modalities, patient development, and family systems.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Flexibility, problem-solving ability, self-direction, customer-service orientation, and collaboration skills.
Ability to engage and build rapport with patients and families from varied backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide patient supervision in a safe, therapeutic setting and use the appropriate treatment model.
Conduct interventions and provide support to patients.
Observe and document relevant patient information and behaviors.
Maintain communication between clinical, medical, culinary, administrative, and other departments.
Help patients follow the day-to-day program schedule and provide scheduled group services.
Complete timely and accurate documentation in electronic health records, staff logs, charts, medication logs, facility forms, and other reports.
Supervise patients during self-administration of medication and document appropriately; complete medication inventories under nursing department supervision.
Transport patients safely and on time to off-site appointments or activities under supervision.
Conduct and document patient checks and counts.
Conduct routine facility safety and security checks, including patient and property searches.
Conduct and document urine testing.
Attend required staff training and complete training on time in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements.
Attend and participate in program and all-staff meetings.
Adhere to and promote Phoenix House’s Mission, Vision, and Values and act as a role model.
Assume lead duties for shifts as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.