Job Summary: The Recovery Support Specialist’s primary responsibility is to engage, guide, and assist individuals in the recovery process during treatment, as well as post treatment. The RSS acts as a liaison and assists clients in navigating through systems of services and resources beyond clinical treatment such as education, employment, healthcare, and peer support.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Provide supportive assistance to the patient’s recovery needs in regard to their substance use disorder
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Willingness to mentor Tadiso’s patients
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Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuse
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Ability to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries
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Document interactions and progress into patient’s electronic medical record complete all documentation within required time frame
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Participation in social services department meetings and required trainings
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Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions
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All other duties as assigned by supervisor
Professional Requirements:
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Ability to establish a relationship with patient that shows professional language and appropriate boundaries
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Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
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Requires 5 years lived recovery experience with a substance use disorder and current certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist or must be willing to obtain certification within one year of hire.
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Must have Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
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Must have own transportation with required insurance and registration
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Work environment of moderation in temperature, noise
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Sitting at desk for hours
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Must be able to lift 15 lbs
