With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters. JOB TITLE:Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist EMPLOYMENT TYPE:Full-time, 40 hours/week SCHEDULED HOURS: Flexible Mon-Fri, some evenings as needed to accommodate client schedules. PROGRAM/LOCATION: Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY), Hartford, CT PC#: 2528 ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY); Learn More About SSTRY! The Substance Screening Treatment Recovery for Youth (SSTRY) program provides outpatient substance abuse treatment to teens and young adults aged 12-24 utilizing an evidence-based approach by promoting a healthy lifestyle without the use of drugs and/or alcohol. The program is time limited, consisting of 10 individual sessions inclusive of parent/guardian and family sessions for the first 3 months of treatment. Following the first phase, is an additional 3 months of treatment to help reinforce skills in the community. Sessions cover a wide range of skills such as problem solving, communication, understanding the role of substance use in their lives, drug refusal, and many others. ABOUT THE POSITION: Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist; Learn More About The Position!Position HighlightsAre you passionate about substance abuse treatment and making a lifelong impact on teens and their families?
- Be part of a supportive team environment and inclusive work culture.
- Build skills and experiences following an evidence-based model.
- Lead adolescents in discovering reinforcers that will promote internal and external motivators for positive change.
- Inspire solutions to handling problems without drugs and alcohol by focusing on the rewards of staying substance free.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Administers Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in CHR offices, and in the community in both Spanish and English, as needed.
- Conduct toxicology screenings for clients.
- Perform ACC duties and responsibilities in the community.
- Increase client insight/awareness of substance use problems and motivation to seek treatment
- Provides documentation related to assessment.
- Uses Motivational Interventions to assist clients in meeting their goals and moving along their path to recovery.
- Support client with linking and engaging with natural and community supports.
- Collaborates with DCF workers and other stakeholders around assessment, ACC and ongoing participation.
- Uses EMR to document all services and contacts with clients, collateral contacts and appointments.
- Attends all model required meetings and trainings along with coaching calls and agency trainings.
- Assists other team members as appropriate.
- Additional duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:Language: Fluent in Spanish and English Education:Bachelor's degree in mental health related field Experience:At least two (2) years' experience in a substance use setting. Lived experience can substitute for half of this requirement.Excellent verbal communication skills, computer literacy. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver's license. Training: Will attend all required program trainings. Why Join CHR? Award-Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!
Generous Time Off:
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
Retirement Savings:
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
Comprehensive Insurance:
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Education & Tuition Support:
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
Career Development:
- FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
- Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Wellness Program:
- Annual wellness stipend.
- FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
- Fun activities like virtual bring-your-pet-to-work lunches, weekly yoga, coloring contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Employee Involvement:
- Exciting learning collaborative fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Join employee-led resource groups, DEI Council, and Wellness Committee.
- Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
Stay Informed:
- Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
And So Much More:
- Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!COMPENSATION*: Starting at $18.00/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience. *Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply. Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!