Recovery Support Specialist: CHR's Mobile Pathways Program- 6421

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JOB TITLE: Recovery Support Specialist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time; 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday; 7:00AM-3:30PM

PROGRAM/LOCATION:Mobile OTP Putnam CT

PC#: 2933

ABOUT THE POSITION: CHRs Mobile Pathways Program

This Recovery Support Specialist position is part of the CHR Mobile OTP program and involves driving the mobile unit (van) to various towns engaging with patients who are actively participating in Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR DMHAS JCAHO and any other licensing standard
• Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure.
• Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the days events
• Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living meal preparation hygiene laundry banking and budgeting and basic home care skills.
• Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor
• Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
• Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
• Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings supervision trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High diploma or GED required.

Experience: Two years experience working with a relevant population preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid drivers license required with good driving record.

Why Join CHR

Award-Winning Workplace:

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!

Generous Time Off:

• Enjoy ample paid time off including a special day off for your birthday!

Retirement Savings:

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

Comprehensive Insurance:

• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet auto and home insurance!

Education & Tuition Support:

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness Nurse Corps NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.

Career Development:

• FREE robust training curriculum featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning practical skill enhancement and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

Wellness Program:

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app for employees and their families.
• Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches weekly yoga coloring contests employee appreciation events and more!

Employee Involvement:

• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

Stay Informed:

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

And So Much More:

• Many benefits are available to all staff regardless of the hours worked with some subject to eligibility.

Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting supportive and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION*:

Starting at $18.38/hr min. and up commensurate upon experience.

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!

Required Experience:

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