What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Support Specialist / Residential Coordinator - Manteno - 2nd shift position at fgcinc?
Job Description:
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC’s comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change.
Recovery Support Specialist Duties
• Conduct recovery oriented and educational groups under the direction of the Program Manager and Milieu Manager.
• Engage patients in treatment through motivational interviewing and motivational enhancement techniques.
• Assist with monitoring patient engagement and communicate with the treatment team regarding patient attendance, participation and any barriers or needs to support treatment involvement.
• Document services provided in the individual patient record in a timely fashion and in accordance with IL.DASA, Federal and FGC standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with HIPPA and 42 CFR.
• Demonstrate professionalism in working with patients, staff and other outside professionals or collaterals.
• Supervision and Professional Development: Participate in supervision with assigned supervisor as well as appropriate continuing education activities related to care management and maintenance of relevant certification or licensure.
Residential Coordinator Duties
• Process incoming patients including basic orientation to program rules.
• Assist case manager/counselor with client activities by implementing scheduled and/or requested activities.
• Inventory incoming clothing and supplies of clients for quantity and specifically check for contraband items, in accordance with proper safety procedures - including but not limited to -emptying items into proper bin and never reaching into a client’s bag of articles. Inventory outgoing clothing and supplies of clients with same procedures as above.
• Obtain pertinent information from staff of previous shift to utilize during current shift and relay to next shift if appropriate.
• Monitor self-administration of medications by clients and document in SAMMS, MAR/PRN log according to regulations.
• Perform room and facility checks, at varying intervals, to ensure client’s comfort, safety, and well-being.
• Perform all drug screen services to clients, including but not limited to urine analysis and oral swabs.
Schedule: Second shift 40 hours; Sunday -Thursday with flexibility to accommodate agency's need
Start Date: ASAP
Work Location: 333 W. Evergreen St., Manteno, IL
Pay Rate: $18.26 - $22.00 per hour, based on certification; Sign-on bonus available for certified candidates.
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
DCFS clearance required.
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, ethnicity , pregnancy, gender, protected veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
Experience and Skills:
Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years old. Must have at least one year of recovery from substance use, mental health or co-occurring substance use and mental health challenges. Must have certification in Peer Recovery Support (CPRS), or attain certification within one year of placement in position. Demonstrates the ability to work within agency structure, accept supervision and participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, when applicable.
Job Benefits:
Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interest in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance,
- EAP
- 401k pension plan
- Vacation, sick and personal days with paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package
Salary : $18 - $22