Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Recovery Specialist - RECOV006326

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: Job Description: In this role, the Recovery Specialist will help each consumer reach a maximum level of self-sufficiency through individualized interventions as well as the support of an overall therapeutic milieu. Interventions are based on service plans developed collaboratively with individual consumers.Schedule: Full Time & Part Time (Multiple Shifts)

Location: Media, PAProgram: Misa House - Residential Recovery Program

Pay Rate: $18/hour

Job Functions: * Provide services as defined by program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standards and Recovery model principles * Provide assistance to the program coordinator as well as providing assistance/education in areas of medications, budgeting, self-care, and supportive counseling to the program residents * Provide services as dictated by client and program needs * Strong communications skills * Ability to handle a caseload of 4-5 clients * Ability to perform direct care tasks including light housekeeping, cooking, etc. as needed * Ability to be a strong advocate for the residents at all times * Ability to maintain required documentation to comply with the 2600 regulations * Ability to be a team player * Ability to provide a wide range of recovery-orientated services to residents * Ability to work independently as needed * Ability to do van runs daily and accompany residents on medical appointments * Ability to administer medication to clients according to DPW medication administration standards * Ability to be flexible with schedule changes/shift changes as needed * Intervene appropriately in crisis situations * Support consumers in maintaining healthy relationships and resolving conflicts * Must be compassionate, flexible, and knowledgeable of supportive counseling * Must be willing to assist and skill building including occasional hands-on. * Maintain accurate records of billable services provided by submitting records in a timely manner as dictated by the program * Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the direct supervisor

Minimum Requirements:Education/Experience: Associate's Degree with 1 year of experience in a human service-related field OR equivalent in training/experience

Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (if working in an adolescent residential program); Criminal clearance, and Fingerprint federal criminal history; Valid Driver's license and verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list

Note: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under 

Education and ExperienceCompensation Package: Chimes-Holcomb offers a generous benefits package to all employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week. Benefits are available on the first day of a new month after completing 30 days of employment. Health insurance, including a flexible spending account, medical, dental, and vision are included. Paid holidays in addition to earned paid time off, 403(B) with company match, and 1-year salary of life insurance are available as well. Some benefits are available to employees working between 25-29 hours per week. Eligible employees can choose to participate in our transportation subsidy program, disability insurance, employee recognition programs, and referral bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity