N00005-Recovery Support Specialist

Recovery Centers of America • South Amboy, NJ

26d

About The Position

The Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) is an integral member of the patient care team at Recovery Centers of America, providing direct support to individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders. The role helps maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment so patients can focus on recovery. The position is per diem and may include evening, weekend, and overnight hours.

The RSS monitors patient activities and safety, engages with patients through therapeutic interactions and group sessions, assists with admissions and discharges, supports crisis interventions, helps coordinate patient movement and appointment attendance, and documents interactions, safety checks, and incidents. Employees must follow organizational cybersecurity policies, promptly report suspected security incidents, protect confidential health information, and access only the minimum necessary data for their job functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with behavior modification techniques and 12-step recovery principles.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in patient interactions.
• Follow organizational cybersecurity policies, including acceptable use, password management, and multi-factor authentication requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in addiction services or behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support patient activities, conducting regular safety checks and observations.
• Engage directly with patients through therapeutic interactions, group sessions, and scheduled activities.
• Assist with admissions and discharges, including processing belongings, completing documentation, and orienting patients.
• Support crisis intervention through verbal de-escalation and against-advice interventions.
• Facilitate patient movement within the facility and coordinate attendance at clinical and medical appointments.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions, safety checks, and incidents.
• Follow organizational cybersecurity policies and promptly report suspected security incidents, unauthorized access, or data breaches.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and access only the minimum necessary data to perform job functions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Professional development through ongoing training and advancement programs.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED