Recovery Specialist - RECOV006325
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Description: In this role, the Recovery Specialist will help each consumer reach a maximum level of self-sufficiency through individualized interventions as well as the support of an overall therapeutic milieu. Interventions are based on service plans developed collaboratively with individual consumers.Schedule: Full Time & Part Time (Multiple Shifts)
Location: Aston, PA
Program: Aston House - Residential Recovery Program
Pay Rate: $18/hour
Job Functions:
* Provide services as defined by program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards and Recovery model principles
* Assist the program coordinator as well as assisting/education in areas of medications, budgeting, self-care, and supportive counseling to the program residents
* Provide services as dictated by client and program needs
* Strong communications skills
* Ability to handle a caseload of 4-5 clients
* Ability to perform direct care tasks including light housekeeping, cooking, etc. as needed
* Ability to be a strong advocate for the residents at all times
* Ability to maintain required documentation to comply with the 2600 regulations
* Ability to be a team player
* Ability to provide a wide range of recovery-orientated services to residents
* Ability to work independently as needed
* Ability to do van runs daily and accompany residents on medical appointments
* Ability to administer medication to clients according to DPW medication administration standards
* Ability to be flexible with schedule changes/shift changes as needed
* Intervene appropriately in crises
* Support consumers in maintaining healthy relationships and resolving conflicts
* Must be compassionate, flexible, and knowledgeable of supportive counseling
* Must be willing to assist and skill building including occasional hands-on.
* Maintain accurate records of billable services provided by submitting records promptly as dictated by the program
* Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor
Minimum Requirements:Education/Experience: Associate's Degree with 1 year of experience in a human service-related field OR equivalent in training/experience
Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (if working in an adolescent residential program); Criminal clearance, and Fingerprint federal criminal history; Valid Driver's license and verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion listNote: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and Experience
What's in it for you? Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):
* Competitive Pay
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Tuition Reimbursement options
* Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
* Life Insurance
* Disability Insurance
* Paid Time Off
* 403(b) with Employer Match
* Employee Recognition Programs
* Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
* Discounts through "Tickets at Work"
* Discounts on Verizon mobile service
* And More!
Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity