Mental Health Support Specialist - Steelgem

Our Sober Living and Mental Health Housing supports some of the leading SUD and Mental Health outpatient centers in Orange County. We pride ourselves on providing not just the housing but the support for people looking to change their lives.

Our Men and Women"s Houses are conveniently located in Orange County and provides a supportive and independent home environment for clients in full-time or part-time a mental health treatment program at the Forge Recovery. These homes are maintained to high standards, ensuring cleanliness, comfort, and tranquility.

• Monitor clients with consistent check-ins and rounds
• Provide companionship and support
• Maintains documentation regarding clients through computer programs
• Constant communication with the client's clinical and medical team
• Monitor and document self-administration of medications

• Transport clients to personal care activities (grocery store, doctor appointments, ect.)
• Assign and perform domestic and household tasks
• Positively interact with clients and develop positive group dynamic
• Facilitate therapeutic and life skills base activities

• Enforce policies and procedures while encouraging socially acceptable habits and behaviors
• Monitor Clients for signs of drug and alcohol use or
• Issue and collect random drug screenings (UAs)

• Education: High School Diploma Required. College credits in Human Services, Psychology, Education, Medicine, and/or Hospitality preferred.
• Experience:
  • Previous experience in customer services, hospitality, education or childcare
  • Prior experience in the drug and alcohol treatment field is preferred but not required
  • 12 months of sobriety, if personal experience with recovery
• Certificates & Licenses: RAD-T, SUDRC, or CATC from CCAPP, CAADE, or CADTP preferred OR able to become Drug and Alcohol Counselor before start date.
• Skills:
  • Caring and compassionate personality
  • Ability to motivate individuals and groups
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Reliable and able to work independently
  • Empathy and respect for religious, ethnic or cultural backgrounds

• Negative TB test within past year
• CPR Certification
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
• Ability to stand, sit, squat, and walk up stairs
• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs.
• Moderate frequency of computer keyboard and monitor

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Family Leave.
• Employer paid Life Insurance.

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