Recovery Support Specialist

Renewal Falls Recovery Center

Opening September 2026

• Recovery Support Specialist

Shifts: Full-time & PRN available

• 1st: 6am - 2:30pm
• 2nd: 2pm - 10:30pm
• 3rd: 10pm - 6:30am

JOIN OUR JOURNEY, SHAPE THE FUTURE OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TREATMENT AND RECOVERY

About Us

Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), the nation’s first Substance Use Disorder Management Services Organization (SUD-MSO), has partnered with Renewal Falls Recovery Center to open a residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment center serving the greater Cedar Falls region.

Opening September 2026, Renewal Falls Recovery Center will address critical behavioral health access gaps across Iowa—bringing structured, evidence-based treatment, strong clinical leadership, and operational rigor to the region.

OUR VISION:

To provide compassionate care, break down barriers, and empower individuals on their journey to recovery.

About the Role:

The Recovery Support Specialist plays an essential role in supporting clients throughout the entire treatment experience—from admission to discharge. RSS team members help maintain a safe, structured, and recovery-oriented environment by assisting clients with daily routines, supporting treatment goals, monitoring safety, and providing compassionate engagement rooted in trauma-informed care.

This position ensures that program expectations are upheld, collaborates with clinical and medical staff, and provides hands-on support to clients experiencing substance use, co-occurring disorders, crisis moments, and early recovery challenges.

Responsibilities

Client Support & Engagement

• Assist clients with daily living activities, recreation, community meetings, and scheduled appointments.
• Provide full orientation to all new clients, including rules, expectations, schedules, and facility layout.
• Review and support client participation in recovery activities; communicate observations to appropriate staff.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate psychoeducational, recovery, or skills-based groups under supervision.
• Assist clients experiencing emotional, social, or health-related crises and escalate appropriately.
• Support client vocational, recovery, and post-discharge goals as directed.

Safety Monitoring & Compliance

• Monitor clients to ensure safety, adherence to program expectations, and policy compliance.
• Conduct vital signs, urine drug screens, and breathalyzer tests per protocol; maintain chain-of-custody documentation.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining client medications per site policy.
• Conduct scheduled safety checks, rounds, and environmental oversight.
• Ensure the facility complies with fire safety policies, visitor policies, and emergency procedures.

Facility & Operational Support

• Provide clerical support to the treatment team, including scheduling, documentation, and front desk operations.
• Support meal service, housekeeping oversight, and general facility organization.
• Maintain accurate progress notes, incident reports, and documentation within the EHR.
• Assist staff and leadership with program-related needs to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Transportation & Community Support

• Safely transport clients to appointments, recovery meetings, grocery stores, or approved community activities.
• Support client participation in external resources and community-based services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, healthcare, human services, residential care, corrections, recovery support, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders or mental health conditions strongly preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to complete required training, competency assessments, CPR/First Aid, crisis-prevention training, and other facility-required education.
• Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.
• Valid driver's license may be required depending on assigned duties.
• Must demonstrate dependable attendance, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively in a 24/7 residential treatment environment.
• Preferred: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist

Work Conditions / Physical & Mental Demands

Environment:

• Indoor residential treatment setting with moderate activity level.

Physical:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to assist clients in physical tasks and respond to emergencies.

Cognitive/Emotional:

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in fast-paced settings.
• Maintain professionalism with clients experiencing withdrawal, emotional distress, or crisis.
• Sustain focus for documentation and monitoring responsibilities.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

The work we do truly changes lives. We recognize the importance of supporting the people who make that impact possible. When you join our team, you’re stepping into a place that invests in your growth, wellbeing, and long-term career success.

Comprehensive Benefits & Support

We offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support you at work and at home, including:

• ICHRA Health Benefit – choose the health plan that best fits your needs, with premium reimbursement
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, with optional supplemental coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Clear Career Pathways & Advancement Opportunities
• Safe, Trauma-Informed, Supportive Work Environment
• Modern Facilities & Updated Tools
• Strong, Accessible Leadership committed to your success

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our organization and enhance the quality of care we provide. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining talented team members from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Can you work weekends/rotating weekends?
• Can you work 1st shift 6a - 2:30p?
• Can you work 2nd shift 2p - 10:30p?
• Can you work 3rd shift 10:00p - 6:30a?
• Are you available for full-time or PRN work?
• Do you have an Iowa Certified Peer Support Specialist certification?
• Is there anything else you'd like us to know about your experience for this position?
• Do you have any substance abuse experience?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18