Unit Specialist 2nd shift

Rosecrance Behavioral Health•Rockford Township, IL

67d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Specialist oversees clients experiencing addiction and supports delivery of daily counseling and treatment services in a safe, therapeutic environment. The role works with the treatment team to provide comprehensive addiction treatment to clients and their families, support recovery principles in daily life, and guide clients through the challenges of addiction and recovery. The Unit Specialist provides direct client supervision and counseling, implements therapeutic activities, coordinates recreation, supports treatment plans and individual sessions, maintains client service records, and delivers scheduled lectures and group discussions. The position also contributes to shift planning, team meetings, unit upkeep, and compliance with Rosecrance policies and applicable laws and regulations. This is an onsite second-shift position at Rosecrance Griffin Williamson in Rockford, Illinois, scheduled Friday through Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Compensation depends on education, experience, and credentials. Starting pay is $18.43 per hour for a high school diploma or GED, $19.37 per hour for an associate degree, or $20.25 per hour for a bachelor's degree. CADC certification adds an annualized $1,500 increase; second shift adds $0.25 per hour, and CADC certification also qualifies for a $0.50 per hour incentive.

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 and ability to meet Agency insurance requirements.
Must have own transportation.
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.
Passion for working in a mission-driven organization and desire to make a difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

Work prescribed hours and any additional hours deemed necessary for assigned responsibilities.
Provide direct contact and counseling, including supervising and managing client behavior and applying 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 support AA step work and treatment objectives.
Maintain client service records in accordance with 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 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; 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 and Code of Conduct.
Perform responsibilities in accordance with Rosecrance's mission, vision, values, and expectations.