Unit Specialist, 2nd shift, Tues-Sat

Rosecrance•Rockford, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Specialist directly supervises clients receiving addiction treatment and helps maintain continuity of program services in an ethical, legal, and safe therapeutic environment consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. The role provides daily direct counseling services, including individual sessions, case management, groups, and lectures, and works with the treatment team to support clients and their families as they apply recovery skills in daily life. This is a full-time, onsite position at Rosecrance Harrison Campus in Rockford, Illinois. The posted schedule is Friday through Monday, 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The position offers a $4,000 sign-on bonus paid within two years of hire, with $250 paid during the first pay period. Starting hourly pay is based on education, experience, and credentials: $18.43 for a high school diploma or GED, $19.37 for an associate degree, and $20.25 for a bachelor's degree. A CADC certification adds $0.50 per hour, and the second-shift differential is $0.25 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one year of addiction treatment experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency insurance requirements.
Must have own transportation.
Skilled in behavioral management techniques.
Ability to coordinate and present lectures for patients, parents, and community resources.
Ability to work prescribed hours and additional hours deemed necessary for assigned responsibilities.
CADC certification or ability to become certified within 24 months.
A teamwork approach and passion for contributing to a mission-driven organization and making a difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

Work the hours prescribed by the Supervisor and any additional hours deemed necessary for assigned responsibilities.
Serve as a role model for staff, clients, and customers, and demonstrate positive guest relations while representing Rosecrance.
Supervise and manage client behavior, providing appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
Coordinate and supervise client recreational activities.
Monitor assigned clients; consult with the primary counselor on developing and implementing individual treatment plans; and schedule individual sessions to help patients with AA step work and treatment plan objectives.
Maintain client service records in accordance with required rules and regulations.
Develop and present patient lectures listed on clients’ lecture schedules.
Observe, monitor, and record group dynamics.
Facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
Consult with treatment team members and plan the daily therapeutic direction for the designated shift.
Read all logs and obtain pertinent information from staff on previous shifts, counselors, teachers, and others.

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; certain facilities offer an on-site gym.
Discounts at participating retailers.
Daily pay available through UKG Wallet.
$4,000 sign-on bonus paid within two years of hire; $250 paid during the first pay period.