Full-Time Residential Support Staff - Stamford, CT
About The Position
Liberation Programs is hiring a Full-Time Residential Support Staff for Liberation House in Stamford, our men's inpatient residential treatment program for substance use. Job Function and Purpose: Recovery Support Staff are responsible for ensuring that the daily operations of the facility are functioning appropriately, Recoveree services are on schedule and running smoothly, and that our Recoverees feel safe and supported. Liberation House, located in Stamford, provides an inpatient treatment program for men with a capacity to serve 65 individuals at a time. Duration of treatment can be up to 90 days. During this time Recoverees engage with staff to provide them with basic information regarding their substance use disorder and recovery; residency and employment status is also discussed throughout treatment. Immediately upon their admission Recoverees identify their goals and objectives and craft an individual service plan to be used as a guide throughout their treatment stay. Recoverees meet weekly with a skilled counselor for individual counseling. During these sessions, Recoverees also report on progress of their goals and identify growth and changes. Recoverees may also be engaged in both Mental Health and Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR) programs. Additionally, family therapy and group counseling are available. Group and individual counseling focuses on building and sustaining daily life skills inclusive of transitioning to employment, securing stable housing, and adapting to a new normal: a stable routine without substances.
Requirements
- Previous experience working within a behavioral health residential setting
- HS Diploma or GED
- Crisis Management training and experience
Responsibilities
- Ensure emotional support and safety of Recoverees
- Conduct and document facility protocols
- Monitor Recoveree meals and medication schedules
- Smooth shift transition by providing proper documentation of previous shift
- Maintain open line of communication with Clinical Supervisors and Program Director
- Conflict resolution, de-escalation & crisis intervention
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits
- 401K with Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- HRSA Loan Forgiveness
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Job Satisfaction
- Growth Opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
