Recovery Support Specialist FT

Recovery Support Specialist FTFull-Time Essential Functions Creates a safe client environment by performing all required security and safety proceduresAssists in the client's orientation of treatment goals, program rules and structure Submits a written incident report in the event of unusual client behavior or activity while in DCCCA's careAssesses and resolves minor incidents during weekend and evening hours when daytime staff is unavailableDocuments required program and client information in a timely and complete mannerMonitors client's weekly schedule and adherence to policies and procedures related to facility/equipment usageSupports Counselors and other treatment providers with the coordination and implementation of client services from admission through dischargeSupervises client performance, enforces program rules and applies the prescribed consequences for misbehaviorConducts and/or participates in client room searches as necessaryAdheres to established protocol in crisis situations and notifies appropriate on-call staff members immediatelyFollows the program schedule and completes assigned tasks in a timely and complete mannerContributes to overall building security through routine monitoringHelps with client groups and facilitates client activities as requested which may include occasional transportConsults with members of the treatment team and other professionals as necessary and implements recommendations received to ensure quality client careAlways develops and maintains professional relationships with all clientsEnters data and assists with client billing processMonitors and documents clients' self-administration of clients' medication according to program policy and prescribed medical policy/procedure, conduct and document thorough and accurate medication count during each shiftJob may require the employee to be able to regularly drive to various DCCCA locations and other business locations throughout the day including early morning or evening hours Education, Experience, and Licensure Requires a high school diploma or a general education diploma (GED), bachelor's degree or some college coursework is preferred Requires one year of related experienceRequires a basic understanding of the treatment model utilizedMust possess a valid state Driver's License, in force automobile liability insurance, and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets organization's insurability standard as defined by DCCCA policy. Availability of reliable transportation is required for this position. Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening, background screening, a fingerprint-based records search, and reference checks. Continued employment is contingent upon annual background screening and participation in an ongoing random drug and alcohol testing program.DCCCA is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.DCCCA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of DCCCA to comply with all federal, state, and local laws concerning the employment of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), in every location in which DCCCA has facilities. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and any other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

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