Recovery Specialist nights/weekends

Sign-On Bonus for Bilingual Applicants: $2,000 (Distributed in 4 parts: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 90 days, $500 after 150 days, and $500 after 210 days of employment) The bilingualu00a0bonus applies to client-facing positions and will be awarded upon successful completion of the language test. JOB TITLE: Recovering Specialist I LOCATION: u00a0 Gateway Medical Sobering- Albuquerque, New Mexico Who are we? Horizon Services, Inc. (HSI) is a nonprofit established in 1974 that offers addiction treatment with the goal of reducing substance use and mental health related challenges for people from all walks of life, including those from some of the most disenfranchised and marginalized communities. We practice our values of Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Compassion to provide youth prevention, youth and adult outpatient, sobering programs, withdrawal management, and co-occurring capable residential programs to support the well-being of women, men, youth, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC clients to live healthy, fulfilling and constructive lives. HSI is an inclusive workplace and a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each otheru2019s growth. The Recovery Specialist I, II, III position is a key position in carrying out daily activities and establishing connections with program participants at the Sobering Center. The position is central to monitoring and maintaining organization, structure, and safety for all staff, clients, and community members arriving and or residing at the Sobering Center. How can you make a difference in peopleu2019s lives? In this role, youu2019ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. Youu2019ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. Youu2019ll have the opportunity provide our community with substance abuse treatment 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. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES + Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable. + Must work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team at the Sobering Center + Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients at all times. + Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily . Primarily peer roles for those with lived experience. + Understand best practices of the helping profession, including self-disclosure, professional boundaries, and ethics. + Trained in crisis de-escalation. + Responsible for client rounding using RFID monitoring technology. + Ensure clients are safely stabilizing during observation rounds. + Conduct screenings for participant needs and readiness for change. + Provide recommendations for referrals based on assessment needs. + Conduct screenings and assessments, having relevant registrations or certifications. + Coordinate the administration of the VI-SPDAT assessment. + Monitor and observe Sobering Center client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for and stable. + Provide assistance with transportation and emergency response. u00a0 SUCCESS COMPETENCIES FOR POSITION (competencies required to effectively perform the job)u00a0 FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE :u00a0 (knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the job)u00a0 u00a0 + Client Focus u2013 Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants + Problem Solving u2013 uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutionsu2026looks beyond the obvious and doesnu2019t stop at the first answer. + Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict. + Interpersonal Communication - delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly. + Experience in monitoring safety and daily activities + Experience observing and monitoring SUD clients in a residential setting + Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression. + Ability to time-manage and prioritize + Demonstrated ability to maintain facility cleanliness using facility standards u00a0 u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 What else is required? + Years of client monitoring experience working directly with SUD populationsu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 (RS I) 0-1 year u2610 , (RS II) 1-2 years u2610 , (RS III) 2+ years u2610 , + Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use + Pursue accredited peer support certification or be certified peer specialist with New Mexico. + Must have a NM driveru2019s license and a good driving record in good standing + Fluency in at least one of New Mexico threshold languages (Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, Dari, Arabic, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, and Dinu00e9 (Navajo) 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. + Generous contributionu00a0medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.u00a0 + 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: $16-$20 hourly based on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position. u00a0 Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. u00a0 u00a0 Powered by JazzHR

Created: 2025-12-15