Recovery Specialist

Summary: Ensure the safety and security of the clients and the house during off hours in a recovery-based program for women.  Assist clients as needed.

Why Work for SMOC?

• Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, and 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability for full-time employees.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical Plans through Mass General Brigham with an HRA Employer cost-sharing program, Dental Plans with Orthodontic Coverage, and EyeMed Vision Insurance available to full-time employees.
• 403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match starting on day one for all full-time and part-time employees.
• Additional voluntary benefits including; Term and Whole Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, and Short-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily/nightly and weekend activities and clients.
• Provide Case Management/counseling to individuals in crisis situations.
• Supervise medication process and times.
• Supervise client compliance with program rules.
• Provide assistance in crisis intervention situations and refer clients as needed.
• Provide safety for all clients by completing hourly safety checks throughout the shift.
• Contribute to a supportive interpersonal atmosphere and collaborate with staff from COE and Serenity House.
• Record and file necessary paperwork.
• Conduct monthly fire drills.
• Meet bi-weekly for supervision.
• Must be able to drive the SMOC Program van to transport clients.
• Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
• Attend & participate in team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
• Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as, SMOC policies & procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.  
• Understanding of the disease concept of addiction.  
• Knowledge of the 12 Step program.  
• Understanding of mental health diagnosis.  
• Strong verbal communication skills.  
• Understanding of Trauma.  
• If working 1^st or 2^nd shift, must have valid Driver’s License and meet insurance standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to drive a van for staff working 1^st or 2^nd shift.
• Ability to climb stairs in a residential building.

Organizational Relationship:

• Directly reports to Recovery Specialist Supervisor, or the Program Director
• Direct reports of this position are none. 

Working Conditions:

Some travel within the state using a company van will be required.  This position is located in a residential program which is handicapped accessible.  As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Recovery Specialist will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.   A successful background check is required.