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High Point & Affiliated Organizations lists this Recovery Specialist - Part Time Evening Shift opportunity in new bedford, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Recovery Specialist - Part Time Evening Shift
Job Category : Support
Requisition Number : RECOV
Posted : September 21, 2026
Part-Time
On-site
Locations
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New Bedford, MA 02740, USA
Description
Recovery Specialist
Program/Location: Transitional Support Services (TSS) - New Bedford, MA
Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
Pay Range: $21-$26/hr
Status: Part Time, 32 hrs/week
Sunday - Wednesday 3pm-11:30pm
About Us
Our Transitional Support Services Programs (TSS) offer co-ed services that bridges the gap between detox and step-down services to residential after-care.
High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.
Recovery Specialist Requirements
TB Screening
CPR Certification
Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part2 and 45 CFR parts 160 & 164 HIPAA)
Therapeutic Boundaries Training
Ability to care for diverse populations
All Hazards Training
Infection Control Training
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
BasicComputer Skills
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Recovery Specialist Duties and Responsibilities
Compliance with Federal Regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2; Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder and HIPAA Regulations
Reviews and adheres to posted shift assignment at the start of shift
Observation and accounting of allpatientsat all timesto ensure safety, entering findings of patient status into the EHR at a minimum of hourly
Monitor the milieu including bathrooms and group room for safe,cleanand therapeutic environmentathourlyand/or as needed
Understanding of emergency procedures and codesand remain calm in a crisis
Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner
Perform roominspections per policyand bag searches when directed
Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties tomaintaina therapeutic environmentfor patients and staff, and restocksupplies as needed.
Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concernsand attend mandatory meetings
Perform any otherduties asassigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, COO.
Residential Services Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Complete urine drug screens and breathalyzers when indicated;
Perform and observe medication self-administration;
Conduct room and bag searches when indicated;
Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes into EHR
Transportation of residents, if applicable (policy and documentation must be complete);
Process new patient admission including the EHR process, an inventory and documentation of clothing, electronic and valuables and other forms as directed
Be familiar with BSAS regulation and adhere to the rights of patients as defined by DPH Patient Rights Standards (105 CMR 164.079)
Assist in verbal de-escalation and patient centered behavioral interventions with residents and provide crisis intervention as appropriate
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long & short term disability
Discounted auto/home and renters insurance
403b - Retirement
FSA & DSA
PMLA
Employee Assistance Program
Free & Discounted Courses to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
Company Paid CEU Trainings w/ Education Days to Complete CEU's
Free meals at Select Programs (when available)
Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Worksite address
new bedford, MA, 02746, US
Who can apply
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