Recovery Support Technician or Specialist

Chestnut Health Systems•Maryville, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Client Care Technician / Specialist provides recovery-focused, trauma-informed support to individuals receiving residential and crisis services. This role empowers clients to build hope, wellness, and independence while supporting a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic environment. This full-time position is based in Maryville, IL , with evening, overnight, and weekend shifts available and eligible for shift pay differentials. Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must possess a minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
Various other certifications will be required depending on experience level.
Personal experience with recovery process and willingness to discuss it as appropriate.
Demonstrated skills in human services and in services to adults.
Demonstrated ability to work within organizational structure.
Ability to accept supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work constructively with consumers, treatment resources, and the community.
Valid driver’s license, private auto insurance, and be insurable.
Basic computer skills including MS Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, and an electronic medical record.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

Empower clients through recovery-focused, trauma-informed care emphasizing hope, respect, wellness, and self-advocacy, including use of tools such as WRAP
Model professionalism, positivity, and personal responsibility while supporting clients in becoming active participants in their recovery
Deliver individualized, goal-directed services in alignment with treatment and safety plans, maintaining at least 65% direct client service time
Assist clients in connecting with natural supports, internal programs, and community resources to promote independence and stability
Maintain positive, professional relationships with hospitals, medical providers, Medicaid partners, and other community stakeholders
Participate in staff meetings, program development activities, and required supervision and trainings
Provide backup support to team members as needed to ensure continuity of care
Support a safe, clean, and welcoming environment, including answering phones, managing mail, monitoring safety systems, and providing basic first aid when necessary
Complete accurate and timely documentation and data entry in the electronic medical record, with a goal of 80% completion within 48 hours of service
Uphold Chestnut’s behavioral standards for customer service excellence
Maintain strict confidentiality and security of all organizational and client information
Perform other duties as assigned to support program and agency goals