Peer Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Staff Member to join our team at our residential substance abuse addiction treatment center. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing day-to-day support to clients in their recovery journey, ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a genuine desire to help others and contribute to a positive atmosphere conducive to recovery and well-being. A current and valid RADT or equivalent is required and will be confirmed prior to scheduling interviews.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support clients in the residential treatment facility, ensuring adherence to center rules and policies while promoting a safe and respectful environment.
• Assist clients with daily living activities such as meal preparation, personal hygiene, and maintaining a clean and organized living space.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to clients as they navigate their recovery process.
• Monitor clients’ behavior and provide immediate assistance or intervention when necessary, including reporting any safety concerns or behavioral issues to senior staff.
• Facilitate group activities and discussions designed to foster community, personal growth, and recovery skills.
• Assist in conducting regular room checks, ensuring clients’ safety and compliance with the treatment center’s policies.
• Support staff in maintaining records related to client participation, attendance, and behavior.
• Help implement and reinforce individual treatment plans, offering encouragement and feedback to clients as they work towards their goals.
• Escort clients to appointments, group therapy, 12-step meetings, and other off-site activities as needed.
• Maintain communication with the clinical team, including therapists, case managers, and other support staff, to ensure clients is receiving the appropriate care.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as maintaining logs, completing reports, and organizing client materials.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to stay informed about best practices in addiction treatment and residential support.
• Model healthy behaviors and recovery principles, including positive coping skills and emotional regulation, to clients and the team.
• Support the cleanliness and order of the facility by performing light housekeeping duties and ensuring that shared spaces are organized and welcoming.
• This position is also known as : Behavioral Health Technician; Recovery Specialist; Registered Behavioral Health Tech.

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Company Description

Alcohol and drug rehab at New Creation provides addiction treatment services for women and men in many different ways. We provide strategies for recovery services, withdrawal management, suboxone detox, and recovery treatment for alcohol, cocaine, meth, heroin, MDMA and other club drugs, and more. Because we offer dual diagnosis treatment, we are also prepared to address and treat anxiety, panic disorders, depression and other mental health issues. Finally, our safe locations and community-first spirit make New Creation Treatment perfect for women and men recovering from trauma or suffering PTSD.

Company Description

Alcohol and drug rehab at New Creation provides addiction treatment services for women and men in many different ways. We provide strategies for recovery services, withdrawal management, suboxone detox, and recovery treatment for alcohol, cocaine, meth, heroin, MDMA and other club drugs, and more. Because we offer dual diagnosis treatment, we are also prepared to address and treat anxiety, panic disorders, depression and other mental health issues. Finally, our safe locations and community-first spirit make New Creation Treatment perfect for women and men recovering from trauma or suffering PTSD.