Recovery Support Specialist - Full-Time (2nd Shift)

The Ridge Ohio is currently looking for part-time, second shift, Recovery Support Specialists who are passionate about helping people maintain Recovery for Life. Started in 2011, The Ridge's primary program is a residential substance abuse facility in Batavia, Ohio. We are currently expanding our outpatient services in surrounding areas at our Joint Commission Accredited programs.

Our Mission: We are a connected community who champions excellence, celebrates strengths, cherishes family, cultivates clinical expertise, and changes lives.

Qualifications

•Active CDCA or willingness to obtain CDCA

•High School Diploma/GED

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills

•Desire to act as a positive role model in the life of someone in recovery

•MUST HAVE A VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE

Responsibilities

•Engage with patients in our substance abuse programs in a variety of settings

•Monitor appropriate participation and interactions between patients; setting appropriate boundaries and rules

•Assist patients with identifying and accessing needed resources and recovery supports in the community

•Engage and motivate patients with compassion and understanding in individual or group setting

•Assist with medication observation when required

•Supports group activities, participate in staff meetings

•Document notes/sessions in electronic medical record

•Transport patients to appointments, or visit patients in detox

Benefits

•Salary: Starting at $16.00 per hour