Recovery Support Specialist

Walker Center for Alcoholism and Drug Addiction•Gooding, ID

14h

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Recovery Support Specialist is to maintain a safe, structured and recovery-supportive environment for residents in an alcohol and drug-free environment. The Recovery Support Specialist works under the overall direction of the Facility Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with others.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and general computer systems, with the ability to learn and maintain Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) requirements.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment and machinery, including a computer, printer, photocopier, facsimile machine, and telephone.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position including walking, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50 pounds, typing, and repetitive motions.
If in recovery from a Substance Use Disorder, must have a minimum of one (1) years of sobriety from substances of use.
Must pass pre-hire requirements including a criminal background check, urinalysis (UA), and TB test.
Must obtain CPR certification within ninety (90) days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provides new residents with written instructions on emergency procedures and staff contact information.
Maintain mutually supportive and recovery-oriented relationships between residents and staff.
Follows drug screening and/or toxicology protocols.
Conducts room and personal property searches.
Responsible for prescription and non-prescription medications usage and storage.
Encourages residents to develop and participate in their own personalized recovery plan.
Informs residents of local treatment and recovery support services available to them.
Encourages residents to attend mutually supportive, self-help groups and/or outside professional services, providing access to third-party clinical services.
Offers life-skill development services in the area for which they have been approved.
Charts, documents and reports accurate information through Electronic Medical Record system or any other process assigned.
Provides transportation for residents as directed by the Lead Recovery Support Specialist and Facility Manager.
Monitor residents’ weekly schedules.
Works with people in a friendly and caring manner.
Maintains a safe environment for residents and fellow staff, encouraging and ensuring a clean and welcoming facility.
Conducts themselves as a positive role model of the Walker Center and promptly alerts a supervisor to potentially unethical behavior.
Flexibility and availability for all shifts.
Is always aware of residents’ activities and whereabouts.
Compiles a shift report and daily documentation to meet deadlines.
Informs and coaches residents on rules and policies of the Walking Sober House.
Above all, the Recovery Support Specialist shall do no harm to the resident and never abandon their post.
Accepts, follows, and sets an example that represents The Walker Center’s policies, philosophy, mission and values.
Demonstrates excellent service in all interactions to all those we come into contact with (coworkers, clients, families, vendors, general public).
Adheres to an established work schedule.
Maintains confidentiality and exercises good judgment about what to say and when to say it.
Is a self-starter, exhibits initiative necessary to complete tasks.
Possesses ability to prioritize tasks to ensure completion according to significance.
Able to work calmly and handle stressful situations which occur during busy periods of time.
Consistent in checking accuracy of own work; keeps errors to a minimum and accepts personal responsibility for work.
Contributes to a positive work environment through interactions with others.