DescriptionApply your experience working with individuals on the road to recovery from drug and alcohol addiction at BHN! Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as the Recovery Specialist Supervisor in the Dorchester Family Center at Behavioral Health Network! Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Dorchester Family Center with the following:
- Supporting the growth, independence, and safety of the individuals served.
- Providing support and guidance as a role model to others, as needed.
- Providing direct supervision to Recovery Specialist staff at Cole's Place.
- Providing crisis intervention and emergency services, as needed.
- Assisting in staff selection, resolving personnel issues, and scheduling and coaching/counseling of employees.
- Facilitating the development and implementation of educational programs, as needed.
- Conducting routine facility checks to report any program-specific safety and maintenance concerns.
- Completing program specific forms, documentation, and progress notes in the Electronic Health Record in a timely and thorough manner.
- Completing individually assigned responsibilities, such as room checks, house laundry, etc.
- Reporting directly to the Program Director of the Cole's Place program.
Who are we?The Dorchester Family Center provides long-term residential family substance use treatment for women and their children of all ages, from newborns to teens. The diverse experienced team at the Dorchester Family Center provides a variety of services including individual and group counseling, therapy and psycho-educational groups, individualized treatments plans, and medical and mental health referrals, among others. Our goal is to provide a safe and sober living environment to allow successful family reunification and long-term family stabilization. Reasons to work with BHN:
- Work with an agency who does amazing things for others
- You will be able to change a person's life
- You will expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health
- You will have the opportunity to grow within the agency
- You will not be bored with our fast-paced environment
- You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits available
What are we looking for in the Recovery Specialist Supervisor?
- Commitment to client empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration (required).
- Ability to understand, empathize, and work with an addicted population, including those with co-occurring disorders.
- At least one year of experience in substance abuse treatment environment (required).
- At least two years of supervisory experience (preferred).
- CNA, LADC II or LADC III (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Assistants) or equivalent (preferred).
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
- Knowledge of DPH Bureau of Substance Abuse regulations (required).
- Proficient use of the EMR system, word processing and email system.
- Valid driver's license (required).
How do I apply to be the Recovery Specialist Supervisor? If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on Browse All Jobs to apply! BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.