***Signing Bonus $1500 SignOn Bonus for Bilingual Applicants: $1500 (Distributed in 3 parts: $500 after 30 days $500 after 6 months and $500 after 12 months of employment)
JOB TITLE:Recovery Specialist III LOCATION: San Leandro CA Cherry Hill Sobering Employment Type: Fulltime
Who are we Horizon Services Inc. (HSI) is a nonprofit established in 1974 that offers addiction treatment with the goal of reducing substance use related challenges for people from all walks of life including those from some of the most disenfranchised and marginalized communities. Providing exceptional services to our diverse community. We are proud to support Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) clients in their preferred languages ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all. We practice our values of Integrity Compassion Respect and Professionalism to provide residential treatment withdrawal management and sobering programs to support the wellbeing of women men youth LGBTQ and BIPOC clients to live healthy fulfilling and constructive lives. HSI is an inclusive workplace and a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each others growth.
The Recovery Specialist III position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Sobering Center. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization structure and safety for all staff clients and community members arriving and or residing at the Sobering Center.
How can you make a difference in peoples lives We are seeking a Recovery Specialist who is passionate about serving diverse communities. Bilingual candidates fluent in one or more of BHSDs threshold languagesChinese Spanish Tagalog or Vietnameseare eligible for an additional incentive.
In this role youll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges and often with cooccurring conditions. Youll use and grow your skills in compassionate care crisis intervention and deescalation in a supportive and inclusive work environment. Youll have the opportunity to provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.
What will make you successful in this role
Accountabilities: 35
Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe accounted for and stable.
Must work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team at the Sobering Center
Create and maintain a safe welcoming environment for all clients at all times.
Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily
Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response
Responsibilities:
Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe accounted for and stable.
Conducts property safety checks on client incoming property
Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure client accountability with program requirements.
Assist with meal preparation and meal distribution daily.
Must work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team at the Sobering Center
Communicate daily needs or observational concerns or impression to Health and or SUD staff.
Participate in daily shift change activity any concerns
Create and maintain a safe welcoming environment for all clients at all times.
Deescalate emotionally unstable client behavior
Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients
Attends to clients needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.
Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.
Monitoring cleanliness and performing needed cleanup duties.
Preparing bed rolls and basic hygienic items to all incoming clients
Replenish supplies as directed by Program Manager
Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response.
Transport clients to local facilities when needed
Respond to emergency needs as directed by Program Manager
Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referral and or transfer to continuing care.
SUCCESS COMPETENCIES FOR POSITION (competencies required to effectively perform the job)
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: (knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the job)
Client Focus Gains insight into client needs quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants
Problem Solving uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective
solutionslooks beyond the obvious and doesnt stop at the f first answer.
Being Resilient Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
Interpersonal Communication delivers
effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.
Experience in monitoring safety and daily activities
Experience observing and monitoring SUD clients in a residential setting
Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression.
Ability to manage time and prioritize
Demonstrated ability to maintain facility cleanliness using facility standards
QUALIFICATIONS: (education and work experience)
2 years of client monitoring experience working directly with SUD populations
Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use
Demonstrated competency in using technology
May be registered with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE)
Must have a CA drivers license and good driving record in good standing
Preferred: Bilingual in English Spanish Chinese Vietnamese or Tagalog
Compensation and Benefits We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all fulltime and parttime employees over 20 hours per week.
100 of medical dental Life and LTD for the employee and 50 for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
PTO and Holiday pay.
Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
Training and CEU opportunities.
And of course the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful caring and passionate people at work every day! Salary: $24.00$26.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
Horizon Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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