Multi-Dimensional Family Recovery Specialist: SAFE Family Recovery- 5852

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JOB TITLE:                            Multi-Dimensional Family Recovery Specialist (MDFR Specialist)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:          Full-time, 40 hours/wk 

SCHEDULED HOURS:          Flexible availability required per family's schedule: Monday-Thursday 7am-7pm & Friday 9am-5pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION:       SAFE Family Recovery, Middletown, CT; *Community Based in and potentially around Middlesex County*

PC#:                                         2145

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: SAFE FAMILY RECOVERY

The Safe Family Recovery Program encompasses 3 separate programs of which this position will implement the MDFR (Multidimensional Family Recovery) model approach and employees in this role will become certified in the model as they get cases and receive training and consultation by the model developer.

MDFR is an evidence based program that addresses the complex, multi-generational challenges facing families affected by parental substance use and involvement in the child welfare system. MDFR works to address change in the following 6 domains:

1. Child Functioning & Safety
2. Parent/Individual functioning
3. Family relationships
4. Intimate Partner relationships
5. Parenting/Co-parenting
6. Basic needs/ community resources

ABOUT THE POSITION: Multi-Dimensional Family Recovery Specialist (MDFR Specialist)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering MDFR services in homes and community to support treatment and facilitate recovery by improving family relationships and familial role functioning with the whole family. 
• Address barriers to treatment and conduct brief therapeutic interventions to increase motivation to enter services
• Provider interventions that increase parenting capacity, reduce child safety risks, and improve family functioning. 
• Participate in DCF case consultation and service planning meetings
• Collaborate with team members and DCF workers on cases.
• Collaborates with individuals to create individualized, person centered plan and document client progress.  Insures clients receive services that are focused on client needs. 
• Uses EMR to document all services and contacts with clients, collateral contacts and appointments.
• Attends all model required meetings and trainings along with coaching calls and agency trainings.
• Assists other team members as appropriate

Position Highlights

• Travel required with mileage reimbursement, may cover towns outside Middlesex County for regional coverage only when needed.
• Use of personal vehicle which may require transporting clients at times.
• Might attend court, recovery support or 12-step meetings, and other appointments with clients in recovery needing support in the community.
• This is an In-Home position in the community with flexibility requiring an independent and organized individual to schedule with families and be reliable, professional, trauma informed and safe.
• Having background knowledge or experience supporting caregivers in recovery from substances a plus!

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field

Experience:  At least two (2) years’ experience in a adult substance use field.  Excellent verbal communication skills, computer literacy. 

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license.

Training: Will attend all required program trainings.

Why Join CHR?

🏆 Award-Winning Workplace:

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!

🕒 Generous Time Off:

• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!

💰 Retirement Savings:

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

🏥 Comprehensive Insurance:

• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!

🎓 Education & Tuition Support:

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.

📚 Career Development:

• FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

💪 Wellness Program:

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
• Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!

🎤 Employee Involvement:

• Exciting learning collaborative fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Join employee-led resource groups, DEI Council, and Wellness Committee.
• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

📢 Stay Informed:

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

🌟 And So Much More:

• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.

Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION*:

Starting at $18.00/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience. 

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) 

CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!

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