Residential Specialist - Substance Abuse at National Capital Treatment and Recovery

Arlington, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Substance Abuse Counseling, Crisis Support, Program Guidelines Enforcement, Life Skills Coaching, 12-Step Education, Compassion, Dependability, Behavioral Health Knowledge, Addiction Treatment Knowledge, First Aid Certification, CPR Certification, Medication Management, Bilingual Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description SUMMARY: National Capital Treatment & Recovery—formerly known as Phoenix House—is a mission-driven nonprofit organization providing comprehensive treatment for individuals affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We are currently hiring Residential Specialists to support our Coed Adult Residential Treatment Program located in Arlington, VA. This 24-bed Transitional Living Program offers structured, supportive housing for adults in early recovery. As a Residential Specialist, you’ll play an essential role in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment where residents can focus on their recovery journey. Your responsibilities will include monitoring day-to-day activities in the facility, supporting clients during crises, helping enforce program guidelines, and promoting a substance-free, recovery-oriented community. You'll also have the opportunity to lead or assist with Life Skills coaching and 12-Step education, helping residents build routines, accountability, and coping tools that are vital to long-term success. This is a great role for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and interested in working directly with individuals who are transforming their lives. Experience in behavioral health or recovery support is helpful—but more importantly, we’re looking for people who are supportive, teachable, and committed to being a positive presence in our patients' recovery process. Pay: $20-$25 an hour - with an opportunity to earn more based on experience, degrees, and other relevant qualifications. Schedule Needed: PRN (as-needed) working a minimum of 3 shifts per month REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS: High School diploma or equivalent Certification as a substance abuse counselor (CSAC-A, CAC, CSAC) required within 6 months of employment. EXPERIENCE: Minimum one (1) year experience working in a substance abuse treatment setting preferred KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Knowledge of addiction treatment and of 12 Step recovery process preferred Certified in First Aid and CPR, Medication Management a plus Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus Equal Opportunity Employer providing equality of opportunity to all who are protected against discrimination by law, regulation or executive order, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. Click http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf to learn more. National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House, conducts as needed, job-related background checks, fingerprints, drug testing, physical exams, medical exams, TB testing, verification of employment history and/or reference checks prior to employment.

Responsibilities

As a Residential Specialist, you will monitor day-to-day activities in the facility and support clients during crises. You will also help enforce program guidelines and promote a substance-free, recovery-oriented community.