Recovery Specialist- Shrewsbury - Veterans Inc.

Are you motived by knowing you've made a difference in someone's life and in our community? Do you have a passion for giving back to service members and veterans? If you answered yes to either of these questions then you may have what it takes to be part of the Veterans Inc. team!

Veterans Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit, is the largest provider of supportive services to veterans and their families across New England. We are looking for experienced addiction treatment professionals for our new behavioral health program, Independence Hall. Independence Hall offers a continuum of care, including inpatient treatment services, intensive outpatient programming, and outpatient counseling, to assist individuals in achieving their recovery goals. We are looking for innovative staff for our newly licensed inpatient clinical stabilization services program, which specializes in military service members and veterans. At Independence Hall we provide client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment within a therapeutic environment. The qualified candidate must be a team player, a creative problem solver, and have a passion for helping others. Veterans are encouraged to apply but veteran status is not a requirement.

This position collaborates as a part of interdisciplinary treatment team within an inpatient substance abuse treatment program. The position provides guidance and counseling support as needed by overseeing and accompanying the patient in various program activities to ensure conformance with program schedules, milieu standards, program activities and policies

This individual would be based out of the 59 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 location. This is a Per Diem position, this position does not include benefits with an exception to sick leave. The nonnegotiable hourly rate for this position is $15.86. This position is a per diem position which means it is on an "as needed" basis. This means there is no guarantee of a certain number of hours from week to week.

Must be able to pass a CORI and background check. Must be able to start within two weeks of receiving a job offer.

Veterans Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is valued, and welcomed, on all levels within the organization!

Essential Functions:

• Assesses patient's substance abuse history and current needs as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Works with the patient and treatment team to develop substance abuse treatment goals and interventions.
• Provides support, resources, education and both internal and external referrals for services.
• Works with community agencies along with and/or on behalf of patients and families.
• Provides feedback about treatment planning development based on their interactions with other consumers and families.
• Oversees client activities to ensure compliance with program activities and agency policies. Provides guidance as needed.
• Provides crisis intervention and emergency services as needed. Telephones supervisor for guidance and/or in emergency situations.
• Facilitates psychoeducational client groups as needed.
• Completes program specific forms and required documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintains audit ready patient records according to Veterans Inc. policy and procedure.
• Attends and participates in all meetings as required.
• Completes individually assigned program specific duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.
• Facilitates group activities such as yoga, art therapy, and meditation based on experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have strong interpersonal and social skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, using tact and diplomacy both orally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and respect towards clients.
• Competency in advocacy, professional responsibility, mentoring and recovery support.
• Ability to speak, read, understands and writes in English.
• Ability to multitask, problem solve, prioritize and work in a setting with a high degree of interruptions.
• Must display the use of appropriate independent judgment to determine appropriate course of action in resolving problems and in emergencies.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must have strong computer skills with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a treatment team.
• Ability to maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to give presentation to small groups.

Education and Experience Requirements:

1. Minimum of high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
2. Experience or education in substance abuse treatment required
3. Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.
4. Must be willing to submit to and successfully pass a drug test.
5. Must be in successful recovery for two or more years, if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Two years of experience in substance abuse treatment preferred.
2. Associates degree, LADCII or LADC Assistant highly preferred.

1. Yoga instruction, art therapy, or meditation training strongly preferred

Mental Requirements:

1. Reading
2. Analytical skills
3. Negotiation Skills
4. Verbal & Written communication
5. Confidential interactions
6. Problem-solving
7. Concertation/Reasoning
8. Decision-making
9. Collaboration

Physical Requirements:

1. Vision Ability to be able to see in the normal range with or without correction.
2. Hearing Ability to hear within normal audio range, with or without correction.
3. Talking Ability to communicate verbally in English.
4. Driving: Frequently - Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
5. Walking: Frequency - Frequently
6. Sitting: Frequency - Occasionally
7. Standing: Frequency Occasionally
8. Bending/Stooping: Frequency - Occasionally
9. Lifting: 20 lbs., Frequency: Occasionally
10. Carrying 20 , Frequency: Occasionally

Physical Environment:

1. Clinical setting: Frequency Often
2. Outside: Frequency Occasionally
3. Worker is not substantially exposed to adverse or hazardous environment conditions.

For more information, or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter/resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed nor considered!

If you need assistance completing an application please contact careers@veteransinc.org. Emails or Phone Calls regarding application status will not be returned.

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