Recovery Support Technician- PT

Overview

Chestnut Health Systems™ is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.• Demonstrated skills in human services and experience working with adults in related services.• Ability to work constructively within an organizational structure and accept supervision.• Personal recovery experience and willingness to appropriately discuss one’s own recovery journey.• Valid driver’s license, private automobile insurance, and insurability (when applicable).• Basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic medical records (EMR).

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $17.00 - $18.00 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity. Check out additional benefits here!

Responsibilities

• Practice and promote the recovery model of treatment, including trauma-informed care, hope, respect, empowerment, health/wellness, and spirituality/connectedness by assisting consumers with self-directed recovery using recovery tools such as WRAP.• Model and support consumers in personal responsibility, self-advocacy, and hopefulness with professional and caring attitudes.• Provide consumer-driven services as identified in treatment/recovery/safety plans, maintaining at least 65% productivity.• Facilitate referral, linkage, and advocacy to community resources, including natural supports and external services to promote independence.• Promote positive interactions within Chestnut and with the community to sustain a favorable program reputation.• Complete required data entry and paperwork timely and accurately, including progress notes within 48 hours and thorough shift reports.• Attend meetings, consumer staffings, program development activities, and support team members as needed.• Provide basic first aid to consumers as needed using Universal Precautions.• Handle incoming calls, messages, mail distribution, and video surveillance to resolve inquiries.• Collaborate with staff and tenants to ensure a safe and sanitary living environment.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $17.00 - $18.00 an hour. Evening, overnight, and weekend shifts are eligible for a shift differential.

Current Opening:

Women's Residental Unit 

Sun and Monday 7a to 330p

Salary : $17 - $18