Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist : SSTRY- 5661
Job Category : Direct Care
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Requisition Number : BILIN005661
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- Posted : March 21, 2024
- Full-Time
Locations
Hartford, CT 06105, USA
Description
JOB TITLE : Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-time, 40 hours / week
SCHEDULED HOURS : Flexible Mon-Fri, some evenings as needed to accommodate client schedules.
PROGRAM / LOCATION : Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY), Hartford, CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM : Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY) provides outpatient substance abuse treatment by focusing on the rewards of staying substance-free and teaching teens new ways of handling life's problems.
ABOUT THE POSITION : Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist
Are you passionate about substance abuse treatment and making a lifelong impact on teens and their families?
Maintains contact with and consults with relevant collaborative parties.Participates as a full member of the program and is responsible for maintaining client records.Supportive team environment and inclusive work culture.Duties & Responsibilities
Administers Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in CHR offices, and in the community in both Spanish and English, as needed.Conduct toxicology screenings for clients.Perform ACC duties and responsibilities in the community.Increase client insight / awareness of substance use problems and motivation to seek treatment.Provides documentation related to assessment.Uses Motivational Interventions to assist clients in meeting their goals and moving along their path to recovery.Support client with linking and engaging with natural and community supports.Collaborates with DCF workers and other stakeholders around assessment, ACC and ongoing participation.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.Additional duties as required.QUALIFICATIONS :
Language : Fluent in Spanish and English
Education : Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field
Experience : At least two (2) years’ experience in a substance use setting. Lived experience can substitute for half of this requirement. Excellent verbal communication skills, computer literacy.
Licensure / Certification / Registration : Valid driver’s license.
Training : Will attend all required program trainings.
WHY CHR :
Voted Top Workplace 10 years in a row!Generous paid time off, including your birthday!403b Retirement Plan contributionsDiscounts on pet, auto, and home insurances as well!Education and licensure reimbursementPublic Service Loan ForgivenessNHSC loan repayment program offered at select sites!Tuition Reimbursement / Professional Development programInternal career fairs- meet directly with a recruiter and discuss your career goalsPlenty of growth opportunities (we have over 80 programs state-wide!)Free trainings, clinical supervision, and mentoring available at many programsRobust wellness programAnnual wellness stipend3 free confidential counseling sessions available 24 / 7 to employees and household dependents through an employee assistance programFREE premium subscription to the Calm app for you and up to 5 family membersVirtual bring your pet to work lunches, free weekly yoga, employee appreciation events, and more!Ample opportunities to get involved and have your voice heardThought-provoking and interactive learning opportunities for all staff focused on increasing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) throughout the agencyEmployee-lead resource groupsLeadership luncheons with our CEOJoin any one of our agency committees!Stay informed with frequent updatesWeekly video messages directly from our CEOMonthly newslettersAnd much, much more…!Many of the benefits listed above are available to all staff regardless of hours worked! Please note that some of the listed benefits may be subject to eligibility.COMPENSATION :
Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy.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.
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