What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Support Specialist (RSS/CBO) position at HOUSTON RECOVERY CENTER LGC?
HRC is seeking a male Recovery Peer Support Specialist who will provide specialized care and support for male clients. Due to the nature of the position, and in alignment with the organization and contract personal preferences and cultural sensitivities, the role requires a male employee.
The position will provide recovery support services, education and encouragement to clients seeking recovery support services. The recovery support specialist will travel locally to different service sites. This position will entail other duties as assigned.
Summary Specific to Job:
Keep client care a top priority while using a language of hope and encouragement
Provides education, support and encouragement to clients seeking recovery support services
Travel locally to different service sites to provide recovery support services to clients
Responsible of client transportation utilizing authorized vehicles only
Abide to agency transportation policies
Abide to all the duties and responsibilities of a recovery support specialist according to state regulations
Maintain up to date electronic weekly documentation, charting and reports
Must ensure client safety, confidentiality, privacy at all times
Assist in providing support to all clients in the sobering center during intake, admission throughout their stay and discharge
Help in the development of connections in the community and provide only approved referrals as needed
Works alongside other agency team members to provide the best client care
Provide weekly follow-up visits to clients in person or by telephone as a continuum of care
Able to represent the agency by reflecting the upmost professional conduct at all times
Attend all meetings and trainings as requested
Adapt to changing work requirements
Adhere to HRC policy and procedures as well as other organizations while visiting clients
Report any client?s concerns or grievances to supervisor immediately
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
46 Hours of Recovery Support Specialist Training
Certified as Recovery Support Specialist, preferred
Clean driving record
Extensive knowledge of community agencies and their services
Knowledge of Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change and Mental health Awareness
Ability to:
Communicate well oral and written
Work cooperatively as a team member
Accept and follow directions that comply with organization guidelines
Attributes:
Culturally competent
Demonstrate sensitivity and Compassion
Engagement skills
Collaborator
Strategic thinker
Relationship builder
Creative thinker ? ability to conceptualize new solution
Passion for the mission
Attributes:
Culturally competent
Relationship builder
Strategic Thinker
Speak the language of Hope
Motivational Interviewing Skills
Demonstrate sensitivity and compassion
Creative thinker-ability to conceptualize new solutions
The position will provide recovery support services, education and encouragement to clients seeking recovery support services. The recovery support specialist will travel locally to different service sites. This position will entail other duties as assigned.
Summary Specific to Job:
Keep client care a top priority while using a language of hope and encouragement
Provides education, support and encouragement to clients seeking recovery support services
Travel locally to different service sites to provide recovery support services to clients
Responsible of client transportation utilizing authorized vehicles only
Abide to agency transportation policies
Abide to all the duties and responsibilities of a recovery support specialist according to state regulations
Maintain up to date electronic weekly documentation, charting and reports
Must ensure client safety, confidentiality, privacy at all times
Assist in providing support to all clients in the sobering center during intake, admission throughout their stay and discharge
Help in the development of connections in the community and provide only approved referrals as needed
Works alongside other agency team members to provide the best client care
Provide weekly follow-up visits to clients in person or by telephone as a continuum of care
Able to represent the agency by reflecting the upmost professional conduct at all times
Attend all meetings and trainings as requested
Adapt to changing work requirements
Adhere to HRC policy and procedures as well as other organizations while visiting clients
Report any client?s concerns or grievances to supervisor immediately
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
46 Hours of Recovery Support Specialist Training
Certified as Recovery Support Specialist, preferred
Clean driving record
Extensive knowledge of community agencies and their services
Knowledge of Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change and Mental health Awareness
Ability to:
Communicate well oral and written
Work cooperatively as a team member
Accept and follow directions that comply with organization guidelines
Attributes:
Culturally competent
Demonstrate sensitivity and Compassion
Engagement skills
Collaborator
Strategic thinker
Relationship builder
Creative thinker ? ability to conceptualize new solution
Passion for the mission
Attributes:
Culturally competent
Relationship builder
Strategic Thinker
Speak the language of Hope
Motivational Interviewing Skills
Demonstrate sensitivity and compassion
Creative thinker-ability to conceptualize new solutions
