About this opportunity
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. lists this Specialist-Recovery FT opportunity in gainesville, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Title: Recovery Specialist
Location: Gainesville, FL
Salary: $16.32 | Hr. | Non-Exempt
Why Choose Meridian?
For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.
We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.) . If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.
About the Role
As a Recovery Specialist , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:
Assists the treatment team in providing direct client care.
Aids in ensuring an orderly, safe and therapeutic environment by maintaining a therapeutic relationship with person served and treats person served with dignity and respect at all times.
Monitors person served to help maintain a safe, clean environment and sets standards for milieu monitoring through the performance of these tasks.
Observes, reports and documents client interaction among peers, staff and the community as it relates to clients' individual recovery goals.
What We're Looking For
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred and 2 years' experience in a human service field required .
OR
College education in human service field may be substituted for experience
OR
Personal recovery of at least 2 years may be substituted for work experience
Preference is given to candidates with work experience in substance abuse. Current Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record while meeting company insurance requirements required .
What You'll Love About Working at Meridian
Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.
Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.
Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.
Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.
Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.
Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.
Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
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Worksite address
gainesville, FL, 32635, US
Who can apply
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