Certified Recovery Support Specialist

ABOUT US

Loretto Hospital is a safety-net hospital that serves more than 33,000 patients each year from Chicago’s Austin and surrounding communities. Established in 1923 as a not-for-profit community-focused healthcare provider, Loretto offers its community a unique patient-centered healthcare delivery system that promotes general wellness and education. The hospital staff are committed to providing the best possible medical care in a holistic, safe and comfortable resident environment. By empowering patients with knowledge and resources, Loretto Hospital strives to cultivate a culture of proactive medical management within the community, with the goal of increasing the quality of life for patients and community residents.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Recovery Support Specialist to join our . Reporting to the Manager, Substance Use Disorder Services, the Certified Recovery Support Specialist works alongside certified counselors and nurses to provide support and interventions to help manage clients in need of treatment services in the Substance Use Disorder Programs. This includes monitoring of patients/clients in all areas of the building, participating in educational didactic groups, following up with patient's/client's aftercare plan and follow up needs post discharge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate recovery education groups and docwnent in the EMR for each patient in attendance regarding case management needs.
• Provide support services to the patients/clients via an appropriate rapport.
• Implements Contingency Management in accordance with project protocols.
• Use client-centered approaches to recovery planning, including working with the patients/clients and counselors to help reach goals and continued after care success.
• Meet with clients at least twice a week to ensure the continued appropriateness of the Recovery Plan.
• Link clients to recovery support services consistent with best practice standards and organization policies.
• Accurately accounts for the whereabouts of each client by conducting rounding and docwnenting per unit guidelines
• Educate patients on the Recovery process, including recovery lifestyle, support groups, support network.
• Collaborate with clients to engage family members in recovery planning, where applicable
• Make follow up and after care calls related to recovery plans and document in the EMR.
• Providing support to individuals who are in treatment programs, including helping them with daily tasks while in treatment.
• Preparing materials such as brochures and pamphlets that explain addiction and recovery treatments to patients and their families.
• Helping individuals set goals for their recovery programs, monitoring their progress, and identifying any obstacles that may be impeding progress.
• Coaching individuals through their recovery process by helping them to identify their triggers for substance abuse and methods for coping with stress without turning to drugs or alcohol.
• Arranging for housing, recovery homes. transportation, and other necessities for patients who are in treatment.
• Providing emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times in recovery
• Helping patients schedule appointments with physicians, therapists, court, probation, parole offices, Task Workers, manage care insurance providers, and other outside resources.
• Able to build strong relationships with Drug court, Probation offices, Parole offices, Task Workers, Manage Care Coordinators etc.
• Other duties as assigned

COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understands and adheres to Loretto Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in the Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

 The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.   For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Job Duties” are essential job functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Completes a minimum of 20 CEU's hours annually to maintain any existing certification

• Must be willing to travel to other sites, court, probation offices, outreach assignments, etc.
• Valid driving license and full coverage automobile insurance
• Able to work with diverse populations and cultural backgrounds.

• Comfortable working independently in community settings

• Able to work flexible hours.

• Able to connect clients who have various needs to a range of community resources.

• Have strong documentation skills; this position requires extensive documentation of required activities; strong data entry skills are also required
• Good foundation in recovery skills and knowledge.
• Able to empathize with clients, focusing on and reinforcing positive strengths and behaviors.

Preferred:

• CADC Preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk as well as occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Using proper body mechanics, the employee may be expected to lift, pull, push or move patients and/or equipment.  Fine motor skills are required when using hands and fingers to handle, feel or reach.  Normal or corrected vision, hearing and ability to speak are necessary.  Specific vision abilities required include close vision, sharp eye focus and ability to distinguish colors.  There will be periods of stressful intense concentration with more than average pressure used in a variety of problem-solving situations.

WHY LORETTO

Competitive Compensation: Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

Career Development: Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.

Work Environment: As a not-for-profit, community-focused hospital, Loretto Hospital is truly a place where patients come first. We are seeking team members who not only support our mission, but who are customer service-driven and who desire to enhance the patient experience.