Recovery Specialist at Northeastern Center Inc

Auburn, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

22.16

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Guidance, Support, Substance Use Disorder Recovery, Mental Health Support, Personal Experience Sharing, Client Advocacy, Symptom Management, Team Collaboration, Client Choice Maximization, Self-Determination, Peer Counseling, Consultation, Liaison, Case Management, Crisis Intervention

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

The Recovery Specialist position will offer guidance and support to individuals seeking or in recovery from substance use disorders and/or mental health needs. The Recovery Specialist is willing to use and share his or her personal, practical experience, knowledge, and first-hand insight to benefit the team and its clients. As a full integrated team member, the Recovery Specialist will provide expertise about the recovery process, symptom management, and the persistence required by clients to have a satisfying life. He or she will collaborate to promote a team culture that recognizes, understands, and respects each client’s point of view, experiences, and preferences. The Recovery Specialist will be responsible to maximize client choice, self-determination and decision-making in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of treatment, rehabilitation and support services. Other activities will include: peer counseling and consultation to individual clients, families, and team staff; acting as a liaison with community resources; carrying out case management, rehabilitation, and support functions; and assisting in treatment, substance abuse services, education, support and consultation to families, and crisis intervention under the clinical supervision of staff with professional degrees. Education: High school diploma or equivalent Experience: An individual living in recovery with a mental health and/or substance use condition. Or a family member of another person living with a mental health and/or substance use condition. Licenses: Must possess a valid State issued driver's license. Must be a Certified Recovery Specialist or able to pursue required certification. Shift: 36hrs weekly, alternating weekends. Salary is based on experience. Excellent benefits. EOE

Responsibilities

The Recovery Specialist provides guidance and support to individuals in recovery from substance use disorders or mental health needs, utilizing personal experience to benefit clients and the team. Responsibilities include maximizing client choice, peer counseling, case management, and assisting with treatment and support services under clinical supervision.