Recovery Support Specialist

5 days ago


Rochester, New York, United States Catholic Charities Family Community Services Full time
Job Summary

This is a full-time Recovery Support Specialist position located at Freedom House in Rochester, NY.

About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Recovery Support Specialist. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals struggling with substance use disorder by providing peer support groups, education, and engagement activities.

Responsibilities
  • Provide individual and group support for substance use disorder clients involved in treatment to develop and sustain recovery.
  • Transport clients to various locations as needed.
  • Lead peer-led educational sessions on recovery principles, spirituality, use of community resources, and other relevant topics.
  • Meet individually with clients to support development of their recovery plan and provide motivation and encouragement to those struggling with engagement in treatment.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork related to client services in compliance with Agency and regulatory standards.
  • Participate in relevant Agency meetings and/or trainings.
  • Actively pursue development of professional competencies related to job role performance through reading, supervision, in-service training, and attendance at conferences and workshops.
  • Awareness and active support of the Agency's Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategic Plan.
Requirements
  • Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete work projects with minimal direction.
  • An ability to work efficiently and effectively and meet deadlines.
  • An ability to work under pressure.
  • Excellent verbal/written skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes that support agency mission, philosophy, and policies.
  • Willingness and ability to foster agency and program-wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.
  • Possession of a valid NYS Driver's license and use of a registered and reliable vehicle.
Qualifications
  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Credentials: Valid and clean NYS Drivers License. Certified Peer Recovery Advocate certification or provisional certification required.
  • Experience: Experience running peer or recovery support groups. Lived experience preferred.
Estimated Salary Range

$18.00 - $18.00 per hour.

About Us

Catholic Charities Family Community Services (CCFCS) is a leading provider of human services in our region, dedicated to helping people in need achieve self-sufficiency and dignity.



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