Residential Specialist/ On-Call

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care • Seattle, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Specialist will function as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing recovery-oriented, person-centered care at Recovery Place Seattle Inpatient Services. The Residential Specialist responsibilities include ensuring property and resident safety, collaborating with program staff to reinforce behavior expectations and support resident goals. This position requires overnight hours during the weekdays and weekends and includes shift differential hours.

Requirements

• Must obtain a Counselor Agency Affiliated registration within 30 days of employment
• High School diploma, Associate’s, or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Preference given to qualified chemical dependency professional or peer mentor in training
• Food Handler Permit
• Understanding of and familiarity with addiction, withdrawal, and treatment resources for recovery
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population
• Experience working in a medical or residential setting preferred
• One (1) year of experience working with clients in behavioral health services or in a residential setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be eligible to become a WA State Registered Agency Affiliated Counselor at minimum
• On-call staff must work at least three shifts per month, one being a weekend
• On-call staff must work at least one major and one minor holiday per calendar year
• Familiarity with issues related to homelessness and substance use
• Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries
• Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care principles and service provision
• Good communication skills, teamwork, and attitude
• Multicultural awareness
• Ability to adapt; flexibility
• Available to work shifts on short notice
• Pass required background checks

Responsibilities

• Ensuring property and resident safety
• Collaborating with program staff to reinforce behavior expectations and support resident goals
• Assisting with facility safety and cleanliness
• Communicating with facilities and safety staff as needed
• Keeping records and providing Residential Inpatient staff with essential information pertinent to the safety of residents and building operations
• Assisting with monitoring medication self-administration accordingly as needed
• Working with a variety of individuals in a residential treatment facility
• Demonstrating effective engagement skills with individuals who have experienced trauma, homelessness, and related challenges

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED