New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$26/hr
Entry level
Recovery Specialist Program/Location: Transitional Support Services (TSS) - New Bedford, MA Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Pay Range: $21-$26/hr Status: Part Time, 16hrs/week Friday and Saturday Overn…
New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$26/hr
Entry level
Recovery Specialist Program/Location: Transitional Support Services (TSS) - New Bedford, MA Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Pay Range: $21-$26/hr Status: Full Time, 32hrs/week Thursday, Friday, Sunday,…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Skills: Home care, Personal care, Bathing, Grooming, Dressing
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$26/hr
Entry level
Recovery Specialist Program/Location: Transitional Support Services (TSS) - New Bedford, MA Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Pay Range: $21-$26/hr Status: Full Time, 40hrs/week Saturday-Tuesday 7am-3:30…
Skills: Crisis De-escalation, Patient Observation, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Therapeutic Boundaries, Confidentiality Compliance
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Overview Join Home Matters Caregiving, a trusted in-home care agency serving the Greater Boston West area. We provide everything from companionship to end-of-life hospice care, and we’re committed to supporting our careg…
Skills: Home care, Personal care, Bathing, Grooming, Dressing
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program & Location: Brockton Addiction Treatment Center (BATC), Brockton Pay Range: $34-$42 per hour Status: Full Time Shift: Overnight, 7pm-7am Schedule: All nights of the week About Us Hi…
Skills: Medication Administration, Patient Assessment, Electronic Health Records, Patient Care, Therapeutic Milieu Management
Registered Nurse (RN) Program & Location: Brockton Addiction Treatment Center / Brockton Pay Range: $43.50 - $54.50 Status: Full Time Shift: Overnight; 7pm-7:30am About: High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health …
Skills: Medical Management, Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Case Management, Electronic Health Records
Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Training & development Chanda Care | Equal Opportunity Employer Are you loo…
Skills: Personal Care, Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Mobility Support
Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Parental leave Training & development Chanda Care | Equal Opportunity Employer Are you loo…
Skills: Personal Care, Mobility Support, Meal Preparation, Medication Reminders, Patient Transport
New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$26/hr
Entry level
Administrative Assistant Program/Location: New Bedford Outpatient Education/Licensure: High School Diploma or Equivalent Starting Pay: $21-$26/hr dependent on education and experience Shift: Full Time, 36hrs/week Monday-…
Skills: Clerical Support, Communication Skills, Telephone Etiquette, Time Management, Microsoft Word
Mount Pleasant Home is a rest home (residential care home) providing care to residents ages 62+. We are a cozy, family-oriented community servicing around 60 residents. Our Personal Care Attendants /Med Techs actively in…
Skills: Medication Administration, Resident Care, Documentation, CPR, Senior Care
OVERVIEW: Gosnold, Inc. is a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of care offering a wide r…
Skills: Customer Service, Insurance Verification, Electronic Health Records, Data Entry, Multi-tasking
Springfield, Massachusetts, United States · On-site
Entry level
Position Summary As a Residential Support Specialist, you will provide a supportive and safe environment in community residential settings within MHA’s ICL (Integrated Community Living) department. This role involves tra…
Skills: Person-Centered Support, Medication Administration, Crisis Intervention, Community Integration, Personal Care
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$21/hr–$26/hr
Full-time
high school
Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Long & Short Term Disability, Discounted Auto/Home And Renters Insurance, 403b Retirement
Posted 51d ago
~16 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Recovery Specialist is responsible for ensuring patient safety through hourly checks and monitoring the therapeutic environment. Duties include facilitating groups, performing room searches, and managing patient admissions in compliance with federal regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be able to lift 50 lbs. Required certifications include CPR, TB screening, and training in confidentiality, crisis de-escalation, and therapeutic boundaries.
Full job description
Recovery Specialist
Program/Location: Transitional Support Services (TSS) - New Bedford, MA Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) Pay Range: $21-$26/hr Status: Part Time, 16hrs/week Friday and Saturday Overnight -11:15pm-7:15am
This is an awake shift, will have to go into client's dorms to look for signs of life during the hourly safety checks.
About Us
Our Transitional Support Services Programs (TSS) offer co-ed services that bridges the gap between detox and step-down services to residential after-care.
High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life.
Recovery Specialist Requirements
TB Screening
CPR Certification
HPAO crisis de-escalation program
Confidentiality training (42 CFR, Part2 and 45 CFR parts 160 & 164 HIPAA)
Therapeutic Boundaries Training
Ability to care for diverse populations
Incident Report Training
All Hazards Training
Infection Control Training
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Basic Computer Skills
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Recovery Specialist Duties and Responsibilities
Compliance with Federal Regulations regarding 42 CFR Part 2; Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder and HIPAA Regulations
Reviews and adheres to posted shift assignment at the start of shift
Observation and accounting of all patients at all times to ensure safety, entering findings of patient status into the EHR at a minimum of hourly
Monitor the milieu including bathrooms and group room for safe, clean and therapeutic environment at hourly and/or as needed
Understanding of emergency procedures and codes and remain calm in a crisis
Maintain therapeutic boundaries by setting limits and enforcing rules in a respectful manner
Perform room inspections per policy and bag searches when directed
Ensure the unit is neat and clean, performing end of shift duties to maintain a therapeutic environment for patients and staff, and restock supplies as needed.
Attends Supervision with assigned supervisor twice monthly and/or as needed based on status or concerns and attend mandatory meetings
Perform any other duties as assigned by Recovery Specialist Supervisor, Nursing Staff, Nurse Manager, Program/Site Director, DON, COO.
Residential Services Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Complete urine drug screens and breathalyzers when indicated;
Perform and observe medication self-administration;
Conduct room and bag searches when indicated;
Facilitate assigned groups and enter notes into EHR
Transportation of residents, if applicable (policy and documentation must be complete);
Process new patient admission including the EHR process, an inventory and documentation of clothing, electronic and valuables and other forms as directed
Be familiar with BSAS regulation and adhere to the rights of patients as defined by DPH Patient Rights Standards (105 CMR 164.079)
Assist in verbal de-escalation and patient centered behavioral interventions with residents and provide crisis intervention as appropriate
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long & short term disability
Discounted auto/home and renters insurance
403b - Retirement
FSA & DSA
PMLA
Employee Assistance Program
Bonuses & Referral
Free & Discounted Courses to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery Coach
Company Paid CEU Trainings w/ Education Days to Complete CEU's
Free meals at Select Programs (when available)
Unmatched Leave Time (FT employees can earn up to 3 weeks in first year)
Related keywords
Substance Use DisorderMental Health42 CFR Part 2HIPAAEHRBSAS RegulationDPH Patient RightsCrisis InterventionRecovery CoachTransitional Support ServicesPatient SafetyBehavioral Health
High Point’s mission is to prevent and treat substance use disorders and mental illness. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life. We offer a full continuum of inpatient, outpatient, shelter, and residential care for children, adults, and adolescents. Our services include outpatient clinics, detox, clinical and transitional support services; Section 35 services, permanent housing for individuals and families in recovery, residential recovery homes, Opioid Treatment Programs, Community Support Services (CSP), Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI), School Based Services, Prevention Services, and three family emergency homeless shelters in Taunton, New Bedford, and Fall River. High Point also has campuses in Brockton, New Bedford, and Plymouth.
Clients, regardless of where and when they enter our system, are effortlessly referred for services- based on their need- throughout our continuum (or to an outside provider, if deemed appropriate) to assure quick access to continuity of care. Adults, children, and adolescents (in addition to their families) can therefore transition through every level of care without encountering barriers, thereby ensuring that both their needs are met.
Offices: 72 Kilburn Street, New Bedford, MA 02740, US
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