Unit Specialist - 2nd Shift
About The Position
The Unit Specialist actively oversees clients struggling with addiction and helps provide daily counseling and treatment activities in a safe, therapeutic environment. The role works collaboratively with the treatment team to deliver addiction treatment services to clients and their families, supporting the integration of recovery principles into daily life and helping clients and families navigate addiction and work toward sustainable recovery. The position includes direct client contact, behavioral supervision and interventions, therapeutic and recreational activities, group discussions, lectures, and coordination with counselors on treatment plans and individual sessions. The Unit Specialist maintains client service records, monitors group dynamics, helps set the therapeutic direction for the assigned shift, and supports the orderly upkeep of the unit and its equipment and supplies. The position is onsite at Rosecrance Griffin Williamson in Rockford, Illinois, with a schedule of Wednesday through Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
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.
- Skilled in behavioral management techniques.
- Ability to coordinate and present lectures for patients, parents, and community resources.
- Teamwork approach.
Nice To Haves
- A passion for being part of a mission-driven organization.
- A desire to make a difference in people’s lives.
Responsibilities
- Work hours prescribed by leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for assigned responsibilities.
- Provide direct client contact and counseling, including supervision and management of client behavior and appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
- Implement therapeutic activities.
- 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 assist clients with 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.
- Facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
- Perform general cleaning duties as required.
- Consult with treatment team members and plan the daily therapeutic direction for the designated shift.
- Read logs and obtain relevant information from staff on previous shifts, counselors, teachers, and others.
- Oversee unit neatness and proper use of equipment and supplies, and notify the appropriate person when supplies or repairs are needed.
- Serve as a member of the Clinical Team and participate in team meetings and activities.
- Comply with the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, and the organization’s mission, vision, values, and expectations.
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.
- CADC certification annualized pay increase of $1,500.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
