What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist: SSTRY position at Community Health Resources?
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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
PC# : 2528
ABOUT THE PROGRAM : Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY); Learn More About SSTRY!
The Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY) program provides outpatient substance abuse treatment to teens and young adults aged 12-24 utilizing an evidence-based approach by promoting a healthy lifestyle without the use of drugs and / or alcohol. The program is time limited, consisting of 10 individual sessions inclusive of parent / guardian and family sessions for the first 3 months of treatment. Following the first phase, is an additional 3 months of treatment to help reinforce skills in the community. Sessions cover a wide range of skills such as problem solving, communication, understanding the role of substance use in their lives, drug refusal, and many others.
ABOUT THE POSITION : Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist; Learn More About The Position!
Position Highlights
Are you passionate about substance abuse treatment and making a lifelong impact on teens and their families?
- Be part of a supportive team environment and inclusive work culture.
- Build skills and experiences following an evidence-based model.
- Lead adolescents in discovering reinforcers that will promote internal and external motivators for positive change.
- Inspire solutions to handling problems without drugs and alcohol by focusing on the rewards of staying substance free.
Duties & Responsibilities
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.
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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.
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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