Unit Specialist - Split Shift
About The Position
Rosecrance is hiring a Unit Specialist to oversee clients experiencing addiction and support their treatment in a safe, therapeutic environment. The role provides and supports daily counseling and therapeutic activities, including individual sessions, case management, group activities, and education. The Unit Specialist collaborates with the treatment team to deliver addiction treatment services to clients and their families, and helps clients incorporate recovery principles into daily life. The position is onsite at Rosecrance Griffin Williamson in Rockford, Illinois, with a split schedule: Tuesday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and Friday through Saturday, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Compensation depends on education, experience, and credentials. Starting rates are $18.43 per hour for a high school diploma or GED, $19.37 per hour for an associate degree, and $20.25 per hour for a bachelor’s degree. CADC certification is associated with a $1,500 annualized increase.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of addiction treatment experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Certified Addictions Counselor (CADC), or ability to become certified within 24 months.
- Skill in behavioral management techniques.
- Ability to coordinate and present lectures for patients, parents, and community resources.
- Teamwork approach.
- Passion for working for a mission-driven organization and desire to make a difference in people's lives.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct client contact and counseling, including supervision and behavioral management, interventions, and consequences.
- Implement therapeutic activities and coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
- Monitor assigned clients in consultation with the addiction counselor, help develop and implement individual treatment plans, and schedule individual sessions to support AA step work and treatment-plan objectives.
- Maintain client service records in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Develop and present lectures listed on the client lecture schedule.
- Observe, monitor, and record group dynamics, and facilitate focal group discussions.
- Perform general cleaning duties as required.
- Consult with treatment team members and plan the daily therapeutic direction for the designated shift.
- Read shift logs and obtain relevant information from staff on previous shifts, counselors, teachers, and others.
- Oversee unit neatness and appropriate use of equipment and supplies, and notify the appropriate person when supplies or repairs are needed.
- Serve on the Clinical Team and participate in team meetings and activities.
- Comply with Rosecrance's Corporate Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, mission, vision, values, and expectations.
- Work the hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for assigned responsibilities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
- 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution.
- Group life insurance, including LTD and AD&D.
- Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimbursement.
- Paid time off, sick time, and bereavement leave.
- Referral program offering up to $1,000 per hire.
- Wellness plan, with an on-site gym at certain facilities.
- Discounts at participating retailers.
- Daily pay available through UKG Wallet.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
