Recovery Specialist at Behavioral Health Network, Inc. in Dorchester, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Description




Engage and support adults in addiction recovery to take charge and grow with Behavioral Health Network!

Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as an entry level Recovery Specialist in the Dorchester Family Center program at Behavioral Health Network!



Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the Dorchester Family Center program with the following:

• Providing direct substance use recovery services and ensure the well-being of individuals served.


• Overseeing client activities, ensuring accurate and timely documentation, and being responsible for food shopping.


• Providing crisis intervention and emergency services as needed.


• Transporting clients in their own registered and insured vehicle or program van.


• Adhering to regulations and requirements of licensing and funding sources.

Who are we?

The Dorchester Family Center provides long-term residential family substance use treatment for women and their children of all ages, from newborns to teens. The diverse, experienced team at the Dorchester Family Center provides a variety of substance use recovery services including individual and group counseling, therapy and psycho-educational groups, individualized treatments plans, and medical and mental health referrals, among others. Our goal is to provide a safe and sober living environment to allow successful family reunification and long-term family stabilization.

Behavioral Health Network is a growing non-profit community behavioral health agency that has been providing services to children, adults, families, and communities in Massachusetts since 1938. BHN provides comprehensive, outcome-driven behavioral health care. We are dedicated to offering high quality, affordable and culturally appropriate care to people of all ages and income levels in our constituent communities.



Reasons to work with BHN:

• Work with an agency who does amazing things for others


• You will be able to change a person's life


• You will expand your experience in various areas of mental & behavioral health


• You will have the opportunity to grow within the agency


• You will not be bored with our fast-paced environment


• You will have excellent benefits package & time off benefits available

What are we looking for in a Recovery Specialist?

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).


• Valid driver's license (required).


• Lived or Life experience with Recovery or Substance Use Disorders (strongly preferred)


• Customer Service Experience in retail, medical, hospitality or related fields preferred


• Be Compassionate, empathic, caring towards individuals going through recovery


• Commitment to client empowerment, human rights, and community integration.


• Be a team player, willing to work with a diverse population


• Be willing to work in Hyde Park in Dec 2024(or sooner)

How do I apply to be a Recovery Specialist?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "Apply for Job" from Kronos/WFD or visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on "Browse All Jobs" to apply!



BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. Apply Now