Substance Abuse Recovery Coordinator

The Gibson Center for Behavioral Change is seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to fill the position of Recovery Community Center Program Assistant. This role is a crucial part of our team, providing support and assistance to our Program Manager in carrying out daily functions and activities at the Recovery Community Center.

1. Adhere to Policies and Procedures: Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Gibson Center for Behavioral Change and the Recovery Community Center.
2. Orient Visitors: Welcome and orient visitors to the facility, informing them of behavioral expectations and program services available.
3. Make Referrals: Refer visitors to appropriate resources to support their recovery journey.
4. Maintain High Standards: Demonstrate high standards of personal conduct, modeling accountable relationships and fostering wellness and self-care.
5. Take Responsibility: Take responsibility for maintaining the integrity of job performance, using work time appropriately and giving the best effort on the job.
6. Respect Rights and Dignity: Respect the rights and dignity of all Recovery Community Center visitors.
7. Report Incidents: Report behavioral issues or incidents to the Program Manager on appropriate forms.
8. Assist with Advisory Board Functions: Assist the Program Manager with Recovery Community Center Advisory Board functions as needed.
9. Ensure Supplies: Ensure Recovery Community Center supplies are stocked.
10. Display Appropriate Behavior: Display appropriate and ethical behavior at all times.
11. Document Data: Document any data required by the Program Manager or agency leadership.
12. Facilitate Recovery Activities: Facilitate recovery activities, including support groups, and assist with recreational activities as scheduled or as indicated by visitor needs/activity levels.
13. Maintain a Clean and Safe Environment: Assist in ensuring maintenance of a clean and safe Recovery Community Center environment, including evacuations drills and procedures.
14. Answer Phone Calls: Answer phone calls as appropriate.
15. Intervene in Crisis Situations: Intervene in crisis situations and/or de-escalate potentially disruptive situations promptly, notifying the Program Manager.
16. Ensure Equipment Functionality: Ensure all equipment is in proper working order and not being abused.
17. Be On Time and Flexible: Be on time for all shifts and be willing to work flexible hours.
18. Attend Mandatory Meetings and Trainings: Attend mandatory staff meetings and agency trainings as scheduled.
19. Perform Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned.

The Program Manager will provide primary supervision of the position. In the absence of the Program Manager, the Program Assistant will report to the Director of Behavioral Services Residential.

This employee must have good verbal and written communication skills, a High School Diploma or GED, and good prioritization skills and the ability to multi-task while maintaining a recovery-centered environment. Employees with felonies in their background must have an exception through the Missouri Department of Mental Health's Exceptions Committee.