Recovery Support Specialist - #100567

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $25.89 to $27.38 and is commensurate with experience.

Position Description: The Recovery Support Specialist is tasked with traveling to Single Adult housing programs to deliver Recovery Support Services and supervision, encompassing the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) Recovery Support Services (RSS) and Environmental Services (ES) program. The role involves delivering intensive case management through automated billable recovery services to Single Adult Housing (SAH) residents enrolled in RSS and ES.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, (3) days 8:00 am - 4:30 pm & (2) days 11:00 am - 7:30 pm (40 hours per week)

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; 5-7 years of experience in case management with experience providing documented billable services in addiction treatment. Must have at least 1 year of experience using ECW, Credible, or some other automated billing service

Required License/Certification: Basic Life Support [CPR & AED] Provider, Valid Driver's License

Expected Contributions: Program Administration

• Ensure that Recovery Support Services and Environmental Stability services are billed appropriately. Able to assess and create a recovery support plan. Able to create fluid person-centered documentation using the S.O.A.P format.
• Identify program opportunities to provide direction, oversight, and leadership in program development, redesign, and implementation; support program initiatives for expansion and improvement.
• Work collaboratively across teams within SOME and network with outside agencies to ensure appropriate and necessary recovery support services.
• Oversee and complete monthly financial reports, including individual resident escrow deposits, total deposits for each SAH program, and ensure escrow deposits and escrow account totals are balanced and consistent.
• Complete the monthly Environmental Stability Escrow statement and review for accuracy before submitting to the Finance Department
• Complete a monthly progress report for each resident in the Environmental Stability Program and send it to the designated staff at the Department of Behavioral Health.
• Oversee and complete monthly financial reports, including individual resident escrow deposits, total deposits for each SAH program, and ensure escrow deposits and escrow account totals are balanced and consistent.
• Coordinate programs with the DC Department of Behavioral Health staff. Submit paperwork to DBH and into the Client Health Record.
• Provide group services for residents in Recovery Support Services and Environmental Services
• Maintain all required documents and input information into ECW, DBH database system
• Provide weekly individual services for residents in RSS and ES.
• Maintain tracking information on residents in RSS and ES.
• Identifies and provides support needed to assist with referrals from the SAH Rapid Reengagement program.
  
  

Expected Contributions: Case Management

• Assess and interpret client eligibility guidelines for enrollment into the Environmental Services program in order to recruit, qualify, and enroll eligible residents; manage caseload and monitor participation.
• Identify and establish resources to develop customized plans and coordinate services for residents in Recovery Support Services and Environmental Stability Services.
• Independently and effectively communicate verbally and in writing residents' progress and participation in RSS and ES with the SAH teams
• Upon completion of the RSS, coordinate and work in conjunction with the Service Coordinators and the resident to incorporate the recovery plan into the life plan. Responsible for coordinating meetings
• Monitor all recovery support service groups to ensure groups are well-run, organized, and engaging.
• Meet all Environmental Stability discharge requirements and transfer plans to Service Coordinators
• Coordinate programs with the DC Department of Behavioral Health
• Assist residents in Recovery Support Services and Environmental Services to develop recovery goals
• Assist residents in the Rapid Re-engagement Program to complete a Change Plan worksheet.
• Provide individual services for residents in the Rapid Re-engagement Program
• Assist residents in the Environmental Stability program to secure resources for permanent housing
• Provide ongoing skilled group facilitation according to need
• Ability to transport clients when needed
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to set professional boundaries
• Knowledge of social services resources within DC
• Organized with an attention to detail
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of case management approaches
• Time management skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Relationship-building skills
• Ability to collaborate
• Ability to travel to and from various programs
• Ability to multitask, despite competing priorities
• Ability to complete and maintain documentation based on program requirements, following established guidelines and time frames.
• Ability to work with diverse populations
  
  

Reports To: Senior Director, SUD Services (DC)

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods. Must be able to travel to events and meetings offsite.

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

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