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Recovery Support Specialist

Tadiso Incorporated
15233 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted 3 days ago

Job Description

Job Summary: The Recovery Support Specialist’s primary responsibility is to engage, guide, and assist individuals in the recovery process during treatment, as well as post treatment. The RSS acts as a liaison and assists clients in navigating through systems of services and resources beyond clinical treatment such as education, employment, healthcare, and peer support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide supportive assistance to the patient’s recovery needs in regard to their substance use disorder
  • Willingness to mentor Tadiso’s patients
  • Understand a variety of models and theories of addiction, recovery, and other issues related to drug abuse
  • Ability to establish a relationship with patient that displays dignity and respect as reflected in professional language and appropriate boundaries
  • Document interactions and progress into patient’s electronic medical record complete all documentation within required time frame
  • Participation in social services department meetings and required trainings
  • Assist the patient with developing and utilizing a recovery support system, as well as modeling appropriate behavior and interactions
  • All other duties as assigned by supervisor

Professional Requirements:

  • Ability to establish a relationship with patient that shows professional language and appropriate boundaries
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Basic Computer Knowledge
  • Proficient Typing skills

Requirements/Education:

  • Requires 5 years lived recovery experience with a substance use disorder and current certification as a Certified Recovery Specialist or must be willing to obtain certification within one year of hire.
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Must have Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
  • Must have own transportation with required insurance and registration

Physical Demands:

  • Work environment of moderation in temperature, noise
  • Sitting at desk for hours
  • Close vision at computer
  • Must be able to lift 15 lbs

Compensation details: 30000-33000 Yearly Salary



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