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South Middlesex Opportunity Council Recovery Specialist in Framingham, Massachusetts
Summary: Ensure the safety and security of the clients and the house during the clinical day and off hours in a recovery-based program for male head of house hold clients and families.
Why Work for SMOC?
Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment.
Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer.
Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer
EyeMed Vision Insurance
403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one.
Additional voluntary benefits including – additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.
Primary Responsibilities:
Supervise daily/nightly and weekend activities and clients.
Provide individual, group, and crisis counseling.
Supervise client compliance with Serenity/Rhodes House rules.
Provide assistance in crisis intervention situations and refer clients as needed.
Perform periodic walk thrus and log in census.
Contribute to a supportive interpersonal atmosphere.
Record and file necessary paperwork.
Supervise medication process and times.
Conduct monthly fire drills.
Meet bi-weekly for supervision.
Must be able to drive the SMOC Program van to transport clients.
Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
Attend & participate in team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as, SMOC policies & procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Understanding of the disease concept of addiction
Knowledge of the 12 Step program
Strong verbal communication skills
Understanding of boundaries
Valid Driver’s License required
Organizational Relationship: Directly reports to Program Director or Manager. Direct reports of this position are none.
Physical Requirements: Ability to ascend and descend stairs in a residential building. Ability to drive program van, if needed.
Working Conditions: Some travel by program van may be required. This position is located in a residential building that may not be handicapped accessible. As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Recovery Specialist will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.
Monday - Friday ; 8am - 4pm
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