About this opportunity
Tadiso Incorporated lists this Recovery Support Specialist opportunity in east mc keesport, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary: The Recovery Support Specialist's primary responsibility is to engage, guide, and assist individuals in the recovery process during treatment, as well as post treatment. The RSS acts as a liaison and assists clients in navigating through systems of services and resources beyond clinical treatment such as education, employment, healthcare, and peer support.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide supportive assistance to the patient's recovery needs in regard to their substance use disorder
Willingness to mentor Tadiso's patients
Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuse
Ability to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries
Document interactions and progress into patient's electronic medical record complete all documentation within required time frame
Participation in social services department meetings and required trainings
Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions
All other duties as assigned by supervisor
Professional Requirements:
Ability to establish a relationship with patient that shows professional language and appropriate boundaries
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Basic Computer Knowledge
Proficient Typing skills
Requirements/Education:
Requires 5 years lived recovery experience with a substance use disorder and current certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist or must be willing to obtain certification within one year of hire.
High School Diploma/GED
Must have Valid Driver's License with good driving record
Must have own transportation with required insurance and registration
Physical Demands:
Work environment of moderation in temperature, noise
Sitting at desk for hours
Close vision at computer
Must be able to lift 15 lbs
Compensation details: Yearly Salary
PI47610bddfa
Worksite address
east mc keesport, PA, 15035, US
Who can apply
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