What are the responsibilities and job description for the Client Engagement Specialist position at Avenues Recovery?
Who We Are
Avenues Recovery Center is a nationwide network of drug and alcohol rehab centers with eighteen locations across seven states. With an unrivaled, evidence - based clinical program and highly individualized care, Avenues continues to set new standards in the world of addiction treatment. Our programs - spanning detox, residential, PHP, IOP and outpatient services - have transformed the lives of thousands to date. But our secret superpower is our people. If you are a talented, passionate clinician looking to make a real difference in the recovery community, the Avenues family warmly welcomes you!
What You'll Do
- Engage directly with clients, developing relationships and securing commitment to treatment
- Conduct client crisis interventions as needed to prevent their leaving treatment AMA
- Facilitate group occasionally to maintain understanding of community needs and challenges
- Collaborate with, direct and train client support staff in crisis intervention and safe supervision
- Record all client interactions, reports, observations, and interventions in client charts
What We're Looking For
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High School Diploma or GED required
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1 year experience in addiction treatment, behavioral health, or a similar client-facing role preferred
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Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and engage clients in treatment
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Ability to manage difficult situations and provide crisis intervention when needed
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Strong communication and documentation skills, proficient with Microsoft 365 programs
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If in recovery, minimum 1 year of sustained sobriety required
HOURS: 10am - 3pm Tuesday to Thursday
Where You'll Work
Avenues Extended Care is an intensive outpatient facility offering outpatient clinical drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. With a robust yet flexible schedule of individual and group therapies and holistic arts, Avenues Extended Care is the ideal solution for those who have completed inpatient treatment yet want continued support as they transition back into real life. The skilled and compassionate staff here provide quality clinical services and medication-assisted treatment, and continuous support as clients ease back to daily living. Our fresh, beautiful facility offers ample space, as well as amenities like a fully stocked client lounge, client kitchen, and outdoor recreational areas. Avenues Extended Care provides a safe, supportive space for clients to strengthen their sober skills and bring their successes into real life.
Why Join Us?
Avenues features a rich, fulfilling workplace culture where each person is valued and greatness is pursued. We support our employees unconditionally, and work to provide them with every resource they need to excel! Aside from generous PTO and compensation, when you join the Avenues family, you'll be eligible for the following benefits package:
- 401K with 100% employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident
- Critical Illness
- Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long -Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Life and AD&D
- LifeTime Benefit Term Insurance with Long Term Care
- Legal Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Medical
- Dependent Care FSA (DCF)
Join our growing team and discover the magic here at Avenues!
Apply today!