Recovery Support Specialist Supervisor

Recovery Support Specialist Supervisor

Full-Time

Essential Functions

• Creates a safe client environment by performing all required security and safety procedures
• Assists in the client's orientation of treatment goals, program rules and structure
• Submits a written incident report in the event of unusual client behavior or activity while in DCCCA's care
• Assesses and resolves minor incidents during weekend and evening hours when daytime staff are unavailable
• Documents required program and client information in a timely and complete manner
• Monitors client's weekly schedule and adherence to policies and procedures related to facility / equipment usage
• Supports Counselors and other treatment providers with the coordination and implementation of client services from admission through discharge
• Supervises client performance, enforces program rules and applies the prescribed consequences for misbehavior
• Conducts and / or participates in client room searches as necessary
• Adheres to established protocol in crisis situations and notifies appropriate on-call staff members immediately
• Follows the program schedule and completes assigned tasks in a timely and complete manner
• Contributes to overall building security through routine monitoring
• Helps with client groups and facilitates client activities as requested which may include occasional transport
• Consults with members of the treatment team and other professionals as necessary and implements recommendations received to ensure quality client care
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with all clients at all times
• Writes and revises policies and procedures and submits them to the Program Coordinator or Clinical Coordinator for approval to ensure smooth operations and a safe environment at all times
• Provides Transportation or arranges transportation, as needed, to meet established achievement goals (i.e. various treatment centers, approved appointments, etc.)
• Attends all required meetings such as staffing and Program related meetings and leads the Recovery Support Specialist meetings
• Maintains accurate log for building inspections, fire drills, and tornado drills
• Monitors and documents clients' self-administration of clients' medication according to program policy and prescribed medical policy / procedure; conduct and document thorough and accurate medication count during each shift

Supervisory Functions

Education, Experience, and Licensure

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

o We provide education and services based on research and a dedicated commitment to improving lives.

o We value the people and communities we serve by respecting their experiences and treating them with dignity and respect.

o We encourage leadership at all levels by challenging existing conditions and finding innovative ways to grow and learn.

o We deliver high quality services every day, holding ourselves accountable for our outcomes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of what must be met to satisfy the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to :

Travel

This position requires travel, which may include driving personal or company-owned vehicles. It may also include driving with other passengers in the vehicle, and / or driving as a passenger with other drivers. Note : Even with a valid driver's license, certain motor vehicle infractions may render individual's ineligible to drive company-owned or personal vehicles for company business. Such infractions may also disqualify employees from continued employment with DCCCA, Inc. This position is considered to be a safety-sensitive position.

Possible Opportunities for Promotion and / or Growth :

Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Candidates must successfully complete pre-employment drug screening, background screening, a fingerprint-based records search, and reference checks. Continued employment is contingent upon annual background screening and participation in an ongoing random drug and alcohol testing program.

DCCCA is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. This position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

DCCCA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender, disability, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of DCCCA to comply with all federal, state, and local laws concerning the employment of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), in every location in which DCCCA has facilities. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, training, and any other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.