Recovery Support Specialist I |Los Campeones
Gandara Center, Chicopee, MA, United States
Why Work for Gandara
Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!
Benefits
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
Paid vacations
Paid holidays
8 discretionary days
Mileage Reimbursement
Salary
Hourly Rate | $20
Additional Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
Culturally Diverse population
Clinical Licensing Support
Job Title
Recovery Supoort Specialist I | Chicopee
Work Location
Chicopee, Ma
Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply
EOE M/F/D/V
Union/Non-Union
Job Summary
We are looking for a Recovery Specialist to work on a Part-time within our Substance Use Disorder residential program team model to actively promote the philosophy of Gandara Center and maintain a high level of commitment to the program. To assist clients to remain actively involved in the milieu and attend to their needs, especially during stressful and crisis situations. They will provide advocacy and safety with the milieu and when supervising clients off-site and notify supervisors immediately in the event of a client or milieu crisis, suspected illegal activity, or any behavior constituting an incident in the past.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually asses their individual needs
To transport clients to appointments as needed
Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards
Facilitate treatment groups
Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care
Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred.
Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.
The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!
Benefits
Retirement Plan 403(b)
Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
Paid vacations
Paid holidays
8 discretionary days
Mileage Reimbursement
Salary
Hourly Rate | $20
Additional Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
Culturally Diverse population
Clinical Licensing Support
Job Title
Recovery Supoort Specialist I | Chicopee
Work Location
Chicopee, Ma
Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply
EOE M/F/D/V
Union/Non-Union
Job Summary
We are looking for a Recovery Specialist to work on a Part-time within our Substance Use Disorder residential program team model to actively promote the philosophy of Gandara Center and maintain a high level of commitment to the program. To assist clients to remain actively involved in the milieu and attend to their needs, especially during stressful and crisis situations. They will provide advocacy and safety with the milieu and when supervising clients off-site and notify supervisors immediately in the event of a client or milieu crisis, suspected illegal activity, or any behavior constituting an incident in the past.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually asses their individual needs
To transport clients to appointments as needed
Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards
Facilitate treatment groups
Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care
Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred.
Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.
The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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