Recovery Specialist PT (56880)

YSS is seeking a motivated part-timeRecovery Specialist. In this role youll be a consistent source of encouragement structure and support for youth in residential addiction treatment. Through positive relationships skill-building and everyday interactions youll help residents build the confidence and life skills they need to succeed in recovery.

As a Recovery Specialist youll create a safe welcoming home environment while facilitating groups coaching healthy habits supporting treatment goals and helping youth navigate the challengesand victoriesof daily life. While this isnt a therapy role your guidance and mentorship will have a lasting impact on each residents recovery journey.

What Youll Do...

• Build supportive relationships that foster trust growth and accountability.
• Facilitate engaging life skills and recovery-focused groups.
• Coach youth as they work toward treatment goals and greater independence.
• Create a safe structured and welcoming home environment.
• Supervise daily routines activities and community living.
• Maintain a clean safe and organized facility.
• Transport residents to appointments work school and community activities.
• Respond calmly to crises and participate in an on-call rotation.
• Supervise volunteers and substitute staff while on duty.
• Document participant progress and communicate with the treatment team.

This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.

Who You Are...

Youre part coach part cheerleader and part problem-solver. You enjoy building relationships creating structure and helping youth discover their strengths as they work toward healthier more independent futures.

Why YSS

At YSS we believe in creating opportunities for young people to thriveand that starts with investing in the people who support them. Youll join a mission-driven team dedicated to building brighter futures for Iowa youth and families. We also offer:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Personal Wellness Programs
• Pet Insurance Discounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Retirement Savings Opportunities
• Ongoing Training and Professional Development

If youre looking for meaningful part-time work where you can make a difference every day wed love to meet you.

At YSS our work is grounded in Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit.We believe in trauma-informed care and in creating relationships and environments where young people feel safe supported and empowered to build on their strengths and move toward healthier futures.

If that sounds like the kind of work you want to be part of wed love to see what you bring to the team. Heres what were looking for:

What You Absolutely Need

• High school diploma/equivalent
• One year of human service-related experience
• Flexibility to serve on the on-call rotation and cover shifts as needed.
• Recovering applicants must have a minimum of two years of continuous sobriety to be considered for this position.
• Travel including transporting clients is required for this position. For YSS insurance purposes you must:
  • be 21 years of age
  • have a valid state-issued drivers license
  • have a clean driving record and
  • have adequate insurance coverage per YSS policy.

You Might Be a Great Fit If You...

• Bachelors degree in social work education or a related field
• Clientfocused and able to collaborate communicate and coordinate with others.
• Is an active patient listener.
• Usescritical thinking skills to problems solve.
• Ability to manage resources effectively.

In an IDEAL world you would:

• Be rooted in purpose and driven by equity inclusion and positive social impact.
• Bring humility respect and cultural awareness to every interaction.
• Speaks a languagein addition to English (especially one spoken in our communities).

We Celebrate Your Story...

Have you navigated recovery from addiction mental health challenges trauma or housing instabilityYour lived experience offers a unique compassionate perspective that can inspire real change. By sharing your story and serving as a role model or mentor you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of youth and families.Your journey matters. If youre ready to use it to uplift and empower others we warmly encourage you to apply.

Stay Connected...

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