Recovery Support Specialist - RSS
$37,440–$49,920 year
On-siteDecatur, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Conduct check-in and follow-up calls to Crossing Recovery Services alumni to encourage event participation and assess needs for treatment, job placement, and housing support. Assist the Alumni Services Coordinator in developing onsite accountability programs, facilitating social events, and coordinating guest speakers. Collaborate with Business Development on social media content, oversee client activities at the Fitness Center, and deliver Narcan training to community groups. Work with local landlords to advocate for policy changes benefiting residents in recovery while maintaining patient and staff safety. Report concerns immediately to the director supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- In personal recovery for at least one year
- Ability to speak and write fluently in English
- Ability to work independently and adhere to a strong code of personal and professional ethics
- Proficiency in data entry, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to relate to persons of various economic levels and cultures
- Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions, accepting personal limitations
- Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues, contagious diseases and/or other potentially hazardous materials
- Moderate physical exertion including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching, carrying moderately heavy loads (up to 25 lbs.) and climbing stairs
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree
- Interest in obtaining Recovery Support Specialist Certification
- Successful work history involving direct patient care
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