Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) - Per Diem

Hartford Healthcare • Willimantic, CT

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About The Position

Rushford Center, a provider of addiction and mental health services, is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist to support patients through personal recovery experience and peer relationships. The specialist builds trusting relationships with clients, serves as a recovery mentor, and helps foster a supportive community among clients and staff. The role includes supporting social activities and the use of technology-based recovery applications, connecting clients with community organizations and resources, and assisting clients as they transition into the community and develop or re-establish supportive relationships.

Recovery Support Specialists work in the communities of the clients they serve and have assigned territories among Rushford locations. They divide their time between on-site treatment locations and the community, helping clients build sober networks and access community resources. The position works under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, with significant experience related to the population served.
• Current, valid Connecticut driver's license.
• Must qualify for a Public Service License.
• Demonstrated peer support or mental health experience.
• Personal recovery experience relevant to the services provided.
• Ability to obtain Peer Support Specialist certification.
• Ability to travel among Rushford sites and transport clients as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Existing certification as a recovery coach or recovery support specialist.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients and other service providers to assess needs and develop an Individualized Recovery Plan (IRP).
• Use recovery-oriented interventions and services to support progress toward IRP goals.
• Educate and consult with the Clinical Support Team about client-centered approaches.
• Provide clients and their families with instruction and skills training in illness and recovery management.
• Engage clients in natural support networks and activities related to community integration.
• Work with the Housing Supports Program to help clients find, obtain, and retain safe, affordable, decent housing.
• Help clients arrange transportation to clinical, medical, and other necessary appointments.
• Maintain program-related and administrative data, reports, statistical records, and other required data collection.
• Prepare documentation required by DMHAS PR and other funding programs; maintain client records, including progress notes, service plans, and releases.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Use personal recovery experience to develop trusting relationships with patients and serve as a mentor.
• Help create and implement social activities and use technology recovery applications to foster a positive environment.
• Connect clients with community organizations and resources, including peer recovery support, healthcare, housing, job assistance, and additional treatment services.
• Support clients in finding or reconnecting with friends, family, and outside communities.
• Travel among Rushford sites, sometimes daily, and transport clients as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off accruing from the date of hire, including six paid holidays.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• Employee discount programs.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Competitive benefits program designed to support work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED