Lead Recovery Specialist IV

***Signing Bonus $1500 
Sign-On Bonus for Bilingual Applicants: $1,500 (Distributed in 3 parts: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 6 months, and $500 after 12 months of employment) 

JOB TITLE:  Lead Recovery Specialist
LOCATION: Mission Street Recovery Station 
Employment Type: Full Time 

Who are we?
Horizon Services Inc is a non-profit organization established in 1974 with the goal of reducing alcohol and other drug related problems of individuals, families, and communities. By practicing our values: Integrity, Respect, Compassion, and Professionalism, we are able to provide mental health, detox, recovery and sobering programs to support women, men, youth and LGBTQ clients to live a responsible and constructive life. HSI is a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.

How can you make a difference in people’s lives?
We are seeking a Lead Recovery Specialist who is passionate about serving diverse communities. Bilingual candidates fluent in BHSD’s Threshold language— Spanish are eligible for an additional incentive.

In this role, you'll make a difference in the lives of people with substance use challenges and often with co-occurring conditions or in crisis. You'll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment.  You'll have the opportunity to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life. 

The Lead Recovery Specialist position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Recovery Station. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization, structure and safety for all staff, participants and community members arriving and or residing at the Recovery Station. This position supports Recovery Care Specialist I, II, and III in accordance with the Program Manager. The person will take on the responsibility of overseeing Recovery Care Specialist staff as directed by the Program Manager.    

Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and observe Recovery Station participant behavior and activity to ensure participants are safe, accounted for and stable.

• Conducts property safety checks on participant incoming property.
• Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure participant accountability with program requirements.
• Assist with snacks.

2. Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Recovery Station

• Communicate daily needs or observational concerns or impression to medical staff.
• Participate in daily shift change activity any concerns.

3. Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all participants at all times.

•  De-escalate emotionally unstable participant behavior.
•  Provide orientation and an overview for incoming participants.
• Attends to participants’ needs while maintaining daily activity schedule.

4. Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.

• Monitoring cleanliness and performing needed cleanup duties.
• Preparing bed rolls and basic hygienic items to all incoming participants
• Replenish supplies as directed by Program Manager

5. Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response.

• Transport participants to local facilities when needed.
• Respond to emergency needs as directed by Program Manager
• Assist with referral and or transfer to continuing care.
• Provide Support to other Recovery Care Specialist in coordination with Program Manager.

What will make you successful in this role?

• 3+ years of participant monitoring experience working directly with SUD populations.
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of Substance Use
• Demonstrated competency in using technology.
• Certified with a state certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE)
• Must have a CA driver’s license and good driving record in good standing.
• Must have demonstrated leadership experience, demonstrated increased levels of responsibility and/or previous management experience.

What else is required?

• Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record and car insurance.
• Current CPR/First Aid certificates are desirable.
• Fingerprinting/drug testing required at time of hire.
• Santa Clara County has identified English, Spanish, Chinese (including both Mandarin and Cantonese), Vietnamese, and Tagalog.
   

Compensation and Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part-time employees over 20 hours per week.

• 100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage
• PTO and Holiday pay.
• Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
• Training and CEU opportunities.

And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!
Salary: $26 - $28 an hour Depending on Experience and credentials Available for a full-time position.