Recovery Specialist - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health Behavioral Servicesabout 1 year ago
Danvers, Massachusetts, United States
On-site
Part-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

When you join the growing BILH team at The Danvers Treatment Center – a 41-bed detoxification program providing 24-hour nursing care – you’re not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. In this Recovery Specialist role, you will offer medical and emotional support during a pivotal stage in the recovery process, ensuring client safety, conducting checkups, and assisting with admissions.

Schedule: Per Diem – Must work a minimum of two (2) shifts a month & any available shift.

Join a community of over 35,000 dedicated professionals making a difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety and structure of the program milieu by monitoring client activities.
  • Observe and supervise clients and the unit, including conducting 30-minute client well-being checks.
  • Conduct telephone admission screenings and perform other admissions duties.
  • Search client belongings on admission, at discharge, or as directed by your supervisor.
  • Complete all necessary checklists, shift documentation, and record keeping in accordance with agency policies.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.
  • Must adhere to vaccination policies – all staff are required to be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with a substance use population.
  • Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License in good standing.

Required Skills

Record Keeping
Client Monitoring
Telephone Screening
Observation
Communication
Substance Abuse Support