Recovery Support Technician- PT Weekends

Chestnut Health Systems•Maryville, IL

1d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

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 of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated skills in human services and experience working with adults in related services.
Ability to work constructively within an organizational structure and accept supervision.
Personal recovery experience and willingness to appropriately discuss one’s own recovery journey.
Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability (when applicable).
Basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Practice and promote the recovery model of treatment, including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness by assisting consumers with self-directed recovery using recovery tools such as WRAP.
Model and support consumers in personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and hopefulness with professional and caring attitudes.
Provide consumer-driven services as identified in treatment/recovery/safety plans, maintaining at least 65% productivity.
Facilitate referral, linkage, and advocacy to community resources, including natural supports and external services to promote independence.
Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and with the community to sustain a favorable program reputation.
Complete required data entry and paperwork timely and accurately, including progress notes within 48 hours and thorough shift reports.
Attend meetings, consumer staffings, program development activities, and support team members as needed.
Provide basic first aid to consumers as needed using Universal Precautions.
Handle incoming calls, messages, mail distribution, and video surveillance to resolve inquiries.
Collaborate with staff and tenants to ensure a safe and sanitary living environment.