Recovery Support Specialist (RSS)

Hartford Healthcare • Middletown, CT

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About The Position

Rushford Center, part of Hartford HealthCare, provides addiction and mental health prevention, treatment, and recovery programs. The Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) draws on personal recovery experience to build trusting relationships with patients, serve as a mentor, and model recovery. The RSS helps foster a supportive community for clients and staff, assists with social activities and recovery technology, and connects clients with community resources as they transition into the community. Resources may include peer recovery support, healthcare, housing, employment assistance, treatment services, and opportunities to reconnect with friends, family, and community networks.

RSSs 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, supporting clients as they develop sober networks and community resources. The position works under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional and may require travel among Rushford sites, including transporting clients as appropriate.

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.
• Personal recovery experience relevant to the services provided.
• Ability to travel, sometimes daily, among Rushford sites and willingness to transport clients as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Peer support or mental health experience.
• Ability to obtain Peer Support Specialist certification; preferably already certified 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.
• Provide education and consultation to the Clinical Support Team regarding client-centered approaches.
• Teach clients and families illness and recovery management skills.
• Promote engagement 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 data as required by Rushford.
• Prepare documentation to meet DMHAS PR program and other funding requirements; maintain client records, including progress notes, service plans, and releases.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off accruing from the date of hire, including seven 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED