OVERNIGHT Recovery Support Specialist

Volunteers of America of Massachusetts•Boston, MA

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About The Position

The Recovery Support Specialist works in community-based residences to support the well-being and recovery of adult clients with substance use and co-occurring disorders. The program uses a client-centered, trauma-informed harm reduction framework and is part of an integrated behavioral health care model. The role is part of the treatment team and applies clinical best practices to help clients work toward recovery and wellness. Activities may include assisting with daily living skills, leading educational and recreational activities, and accompanying residents to appointments. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., at $21 per hour, with a $500 sign-on bonus. A robust training program is offered to candidates seeking to expand their skills in recovery or mental health services.

Requirements

At least one year of experience providing direct care services to clients.
Excellent professional boundaries.
Passion for helping individuals receiving substance use treatment and people affected by mental health disorders.
Maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.

Nice To Haves

Related work or personal experience in a recovery support environment.

Responsibilities

Provide internal program security during assigned shifts, including conducting regular room and house checks and completing client counts at assigned intervals, usually hourly.
Help clients comply with program expectations and behavior-management practices; provide guidance and crisis counseling as needed or directed.
Participate in intake by taking calls, completing paperwork, and preparing rooms.
Participate in discharge by packing and storing client belongings and cleaning the area.
Participate in the milieu and provide informal counseling to support program and client goals.
Support clients with household expectations, including obtaining cleaning supplies, dinner items from the pantry, and paper goods as needed.
Perform clerical and cleaning duties and assist with meal preparation as needed.
Oversee medication administration at designated times and document it appropriately, including completing incident reports.
Monitor the condition of the building and property and report security or maintenance issues to program leadership.
Support staff in running groups and, if interested, work with the clinical supervisor to develop and lead groups.
Complete shift summaries and document relevant client interactions, observations, and concerns.
Attend required staff meetings and training and maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned or needed to maintain the program’s security, integrity, and environment.

Benefits

$500 sign-on bonus.
Health, vision, and dental insurance; the employer pays 90% of the medical deductible and certain co-pays.
Pre-tax spending options for health care, child care, transit, and parking.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
24/7 nurse hotline for urgent health questions.
Employee assistance program addressing family concerns, stress management, legal issues, and more.
Employer-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Tuition remission programs.
Loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Vacation starting at three weeks and increasing to four weeks after three years of employment.
14 paid holidays.
Fitness and wellness reimbursement, including expenses such as gym membership.
Employee discounts on items and services including computers, cell phone plans, furniture, hotels, and vacation home rentals.
Cash referral bonus with no annual cap.