Personal Recovery Assistant
The Personal Recovery Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting Client through their recovery process, offering practical assistance, emotional support, and guidance to help them achieve their personal goals. This role requires a deep understanding of recovery principles, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide personalized care and support. Candidate will work directly for Client in Beverly Hills, CA.
Candidates should email their resume to ...@gmail.com.
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Support: Provide one-on-one assistance to Client, offering support with daily living activities, goal setting, social inclusion, and adherence to recovery plans.
- Emotional Guidance: Offer emotional support and encouragement to Client, helping them navigate challenges, managing anxiety, and maintain motivation throughout their recovery journey.
- Resource Coordination: Assist Client in accessing necessary resources, such as medical care, counseling, and community services.
- Progress Monitoring: Track and document Clients progress, providing regular updates to supervisors and adjusting support strategies as needed.
- Crisis Intervention: Respond to and manage crisis situations with empathy and professionalism, ensuring Client safety and well-being.
- Skills Development: Help Client develop and practice life skills, including time management, communication, and self-care techniques.
- Advocacy: Act as an advocate for Client, ensuring their needs and preferences are communicated and addressed in their recovery plans.
- Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding Clients information and adhere to all privacy regulations and policies.
Qualifications:
- Education: College degree in social work, psychology, or a related field.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications or training in first aid, mental health first aid, or crisis intervention are a plus.
- Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends if needed. Expected weekly work requirement will be four days a week (10-hour days). Expected workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.
- Duration: Expected minimum duration of 6 months.
- Experience: Previous experience in a supportive role, such as in mental health, addiction recovery, or personal assistance, is highly desirable. Track record of providing compassionate companionship to clients.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to build trust with clients. Finds rewards in helping others.
- Knowledge: Understanding of recovery principles and practices, with the ability to apply them effectively in a personal support role.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to perform physical tasks associated with client support, including assisting with mobility and daily living activities.
- Capable of handling stress and maintaining composure in challenging situations.
- Valid California Drivers License
Compensation:
- $60 - $80/hour, commensurate with experience
- Candidate will work directly for Client in Beverly Hills, CA