What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Specialist position at Spectrum Health Systems?
*Offering a $3,000 bonus!*
Location: Methuen, MA. Adolescent Male Program. The Breakwater Program is a long-term treatment program for adolescent males referred by the Department of Children and Families. As a therapeutic community, we use trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, family support, and recovery-based approaches to substance abuse treatment. Our goal is to help youth build pro-social skills, support their recovery, and work toward a stable, productive future. Recovery Specialists play a key role in guiding and supporting youth through this process.
Schedule: 3:00pm-11:00pm, Thursday-Monday OR 1:00pm-11:00pm, Friday-Monday (based on program availability at time of hire)
Pay rate: $19.00-$21.00/hour
Benefits:
- Health, dental, vision insurance/additional voluntary insurances
- Company-paid life insurance/employee assistance programs
- Generous paid time off accrual
- Tuition reimbursement/loan repayment options
- 401k with company match up to 7%!
- Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment nationwide
The Recovery Specialist I is responsible for:
- Maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment for residents.
- Following program policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Modeling professionalism, responsibility, and respectful interactions with youth.
- Assisting with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure resident safety.
- Transporting youth to school, work, appointments, and recreational activities.
- Serving as a youth advocate by providing guidance, support, and goal-focused mentorship through the advocate system.
Qualifications:
- Must have experience working with at-risk adolescent males.
- Ability to interact professionally with clients and staff required
- Demonstrated qualities that evidence maturity, effective communication, listening and problem-solving skills.
- Must be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Salary : $19 - $21