Recovery Support Specialist Ii: Safe Family Recovery- 5637

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JOB TITLE: Recovery Support Specialist II
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/week
SCHEDULED HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm; some flexibility required per caseload needs
PROGRAM/LOCATION:SAFE Family Recovery; Middletown, CT
PC#: 2201
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:SAFE Family Recovery
The Safe Family Recovery program encompasses 3 separate programs: SBIRT (Screening Brief Intervention Referral to Treatment), RMCS (Recovery Management Checkup and Support) and MDFR (Multidimensional Family Recovery).
SBIRT is a screening that includes a breathalyzer, urine drug screen, the administration of the GAIN-SS and a discussion with client to identify areas of need related to substance use and mental health and to connection to appropriate treatment as indicated.
RMCS is designed to provide ongoing Recovery Support and checkups after an episode of treatment. RMCS works to facilitate involvement with pro-social activities, linkage to services as indicated and positive family relationships.
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 six 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
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) at DCF Area offices, CHR offices, and in the community.
• Conduct toxicology screenings for caregivers referred by DCF.
• Perform recovery management checkups in person and via the phone/text to adult caregivers referred by DCF.
• Increase caregiver 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 caregivers with linking and engaging with natural and community supports.
• Collaborates with DCF workers and SAFE Family Recovery team members around assessments and recovery management check ups.
• 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:
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 contributions
• Competitive insurance premiums


• Discounts on pet, auto, and home insurances as well!


• Education and licensure reimbursement


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• NHSC loan repayment program offered at select sites!
• Tuition Reimbursement/Professional Development program

• Career development
  
  • Internal career fairs- meet directly with a recruiter and discuss your career goals
  • Plenty of growth opportunities (we have over 80 programs state-wide!)
  • Free trainings, clinical supervision, and mentoring available at many programs

• Robust wellness program


• Annual wellness stipend
• 3 free confidential counseling sessions available 24/7 to employees and household dependents through an employee assistance program
• FREE premium subscription to the Calm app (meditations, music, sleep stories and more!) for you and up to 5 family members
• Virtual bring your pet to work lunches, free weekly yoga, employee appreciation events, and more!

• Ample opportunities to get involved and have your voice heard


• Thought-provoking and interactive learning opportunities for all staff focused on increasing diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) throughout the agency
• Employee-lead resource groups
• Leadership luncheons with our CEO
• Join any one of our agency committees!

• Stay informed with frequent updates
  
  • Weekly video messages directly from our CEO
  • Monthly newsletters
• And 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*:
$17.7166/hr min to $26.5749/hr max, dependent 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!