Recovery Specialist III

Overview

Horizon Services, Inc. (HSI) is a nonprofit established in 1974 that offers addiction treatment with the goal of reducing substance use related challenges for people from all walks of life, including those from disenfranchised and marginalized communities. We practice our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, and Professionalism, to provide residential treatment, withdrawal management, and sobering programs to support the well-being of women, men, youth, LGBTQ, and BIPOC clients to live healthy, fulfilling and constructive lives.

HSI is an inclusive workplace and a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.

Job Title and Location

Job Title: Recovery Specialist III
Location: Cherry Hill Sobering

What can you make a difference in?

In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You’ll have the opportunity to provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.

What will make you successful in this role?

Accountabilities: (3-5)

• Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
• Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Sobering Center.
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients at all times.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.
• Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable.
• Conduct property safety checks on client incoming property.
• Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure client accountability with program requirements.
• Assist with meal preparation and meal distribution daily.
• Communicate daily needs or observational concerns to Health and/or SUD staff.
• Participate in daily shift change activities and address concerns.
• De-escalate emotionally unstable client behavior.
• Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients.
• Attend to clients’ needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.
• Monitor cleanliness and perform needed cleanup duties; replenish supplies as directed by the Program Manager.
• Transport clients to local facilities when needed and respond to emergency needs as directed by the Program Manager.
• Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referrals and transfers to continuing care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of client monitoring experience working directly with SUD populations
• Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use
• Demonstrated competency in using technology
• May be registered with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE)
• Must have a CA driver’s license and good driving record in good standing

Compensation and Benefits

• 100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
• PTO and Holiday pay.
• Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
• Training and CEU opportunities.

And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!

Salary: $24.00-$26.00/hr, based on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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