RiseWell Community Services is looking for a Dual Recovery Specialist/Support Supervisor to join our team! This position will provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, linkage to outside agencies for those in a licensed residential program, and more. The Dual Recovery Specialist will assist the Program Supervisor in initial and ongoing training of all staff and will play a significant role in the success of our team!
The world does not run out of people to help…and we need people like YOU to help us make a positive change in the community!
QUALIFICATIONS:
- CASAC or Master’s Degree in Human Services
- Minimum 3 years experience working with dual diagnosed population
- A valid and clean NY State driver license
- Fingerprinting, criminal record check
- Approval from the Justice Center and NYS Office of Mental Health
- Knowledge of residential services, substance abuse, medical diagnoses, and evidence-based practices
- Effecting interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of community resources
CORE & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
- Facilitate weekly individual and group sessions with residents who would benefit from supportive services regarding dual diagnosis
- Complete necessary referrals and follow-up to off-site providers/programs each week
- Develop and oversee in-house support systems for residents including NA, AA, medical supports, etc., on a monthly basis
- Collaborate with outside providers, family members/friends of residents as needed each month
- Provide oversight of the Health office including health office activities and medication management services as well as supervision and training of Health Office staff at least twice per month in the absence of the program’s Nurse
- Participates in on-call emergency back-up rotation and provides crisis intervention assistance when needed
- Assist Program Supervisor in initial and ongoing training of all staff each month
- Remain current on changing developments in individual field of expertise and licensing credentials.
- Perform all other job duties as assigned
- Responsible for proficiency in all agency based IT applications
SALARY: $45,000.00 per year
At RiseWell, we value a healthy work-life balance and prioritize the mental & physical wellness of our staff!
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.
RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors and at-risk children
For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website https://www.risewell.org/