Recovery Support Specialist Training (RSS-T) (FT, PT, PoolPRN)

Earn More with Shift Differentials

Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay:

• $2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights
• $3/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights
• $2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

What Youll Do:

TheRecovery Support Specialist Training(RSS-T)role is a developmental position intended for individuals pursuing Virginia Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) certification. Under the supervision of certified professionals and peer leaders the RSS-Tparticipatesin structured training coaching and supervised practice while accumulating required certification hours and developing core peer support competencies.

We will provideup to 500 supervised hours that may be applied toward Virginia Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS) certification requirements offering structured mentorship professional development and hands-on experience to support certification attainment.

• Builds meaningful therapeutic relationships with individuals by providing peer support encouragement and recovery-focused guidance throughout the treatment process.
• Serves as a recovery advocate helping individuals identify strengths overcome barriers and actively participate in their treatment and recovery planning.
• Shares lived recovery experiences appropriately and professionally to inspire hope model recovery and reinforce that healing and wellness are achievable.
• Facilitates and co-facilitates psychoeducational recovery-oriented and skills-based groups that support individual growth resilience and community connection.
• Provides one-on-one peer support and coaching to assist individuals in identifying goals developing coping strategies and navigating challenges in recovery.
• Partners closely with nursing clinical medical and operational teams to support treatment goals and ensure a coordinated person-centered approach to care.
• Utilizes trauma-informed recovery-oriented practices to promote emotional safety reduce escalation and help minimize the use of restrictive interventions including seclusion and restraint.
• Assists individuals in identifying and accessing community resources support systems and recovery services that promote successful transitions and long-term wellness.
• Demonstrates knowledge of multiple pathways to recovery and supports individuals in pursuing the approach that best aligns with their needs goals and values.
• Encourages engagement in treatment programming and recovery activities through authentic connection support and positive reinforcement.
• Documents all interactions observations and services provided in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) in accordance with organizational regulatory and documentation standards.
• Supports daily therapeutic programming and contributes to a positive welcoming and recovery-focused treatment environment.
• Maintains required certifications competencies and training requirements including attendance at department meetings and ongoing professional development activities.
• Models Connections values and commitment to delivering compassionate person-centered behavioral healthcare.
• Completes required supervised practice activities and maintains documentation necessary to support CRS certification requirements.
• Participates in regular supervision coaching and competency assessments to support professional growth and certification readiness.
• Demonstrates increasing proficiency in peer recovery support competencies including advocacy mentoring recovery planning ethical practice and wellness promotion.
• Maintains professional boundaries and adheres to all applicable peer support standards regulations and ethical guidelines.
• Actively engages in training opportunities educational sessions and assigned learning activities designed to support successful completion of CRS certification requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support patient care recovery outcomes and operational excellence.

What Youll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of (or enrollment in) the DBDHS 72-hour Peer Recovery Specialist training
• A minimum of 1 (one) year of personal recovery from mental health and/or substance use challenges or 1 (one) year of experience as a family member supporting a loved one
• Registered withVA Board of Counselingandmaintainsregistration throughout employment
• Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHRs) andproficiency with basic computer applications including email internet navigation and electronic documentation preferred
• Agreement to adhere to the Peer Recovery Specialist Code of Ethics
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch restraint techniques
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated including showing proper documentation or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Companys exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search
• Must be able to obtain a State of Virginia Food Handlers Card
• Physical Requirements
  • Safely perform physical interventions (e.g. standing pivoting reaching kneeling lowering to the floor and supporting another persons weight)
  • Lift push pull or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Tolerate prolonged walking standing and observation in a fast-paced environment
  • Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation aggression or unpredictable behavior

It would be great if you had:

• Experience working or volunteering in behavioral health substance use treatment recovery services social services healthcare or community-based organizations
• Experiencefacilitatinggroups mentoring peers or supporting individuals in recovery-oriented settings
• BehavioralHealth/Substance Use Treatment or GMH Recovery experience
• Completion of specialized peer certifications (WHAM ASIST etc.)
• Knowledge ofevidence-based/person-centeredskillsetssuchasMotivational Interviewing Trauma Informed CareVerbal De-escalationHarm ReductionandPerson-centered language

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance including Medical Dental Vision Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life AD&D Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1000 to $2000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Companypaid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support work life solutions financial solutions legal assistance or online support
• After 90 days you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance Employer.

Virginia pay range

$21 - $21 USD