Recovery Specialist - Santa Ana, United States - Project Kinship

Description

• Will lead Project Kinship in recovery programming for those struggling with substance use disorders and addictions.
• Will recognize needs and gaps in service for population and will provide feedback to Clinical Coordinator, and program leadership and will collaborate in problem solving.
• Will build relationships with substance use related service providers in the community, including but not limited to: Detox centers, RTC, PHP, IOP, OP, methadone clinics, MAT, and others.
• Must be experienced with AA/NA, Abstinence based programs, Harm Reduction & Smart Recovery.
• Must be a selfstarter and comfortable working both independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to build and run recoveryfocused programming to include groups, workshops and panels.
• Conduct initial risk assessment on client's: physical, mental, emotional, and social needs; skill and literacy level; substance use status; recovery needs; and appropriate levels of care.
• Conduct individual and small group recoveryfocused counseling sessions; workshops on relapse prevention, selfhelp skills, problem solving, and trigger behavior management with clients and family members; and ongoing case management with clients post release from incarceration.
• Include clients in their own assessment, evaluation, and treatment plan development to cultivate a sense of responsibility in their own recovery.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans which will include short and longterm goals, that are measurable, time bound, reviewed, and updated as needed to successfully progress clients' treatment plans.
• Document assessment results, treatment plan updates, group notes, individual session notes, incident reports, and all required documentation in case files in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
• Document signs and symptoms of use, relapse triggers, and crisis incidents in client's file and discuss during case consultation with the Clinical Coordinator.
• Redirect, deescalate, and intervene during crisis situations, when appropriate; engage emergency professionals immediately when needed.
• Network with resource agencies to facilitate "warm handoff" linkages to meet treatment goals.
• Maintain accurate and up to date information in each client's chart, document client contact by using the EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system, and adhere to confidentiality practices.
• Maintain an ongoing client caseload of up to 60 clients at any given time.
• Present cases during weekly treatment plan review meetings with Program Manager and clinical staff.
• Will have a broad understanding of reentry services and behavioral health services, priorities are to provide mental health services, substance use disorder treatment and diversion programs for individuals in the criminal justice system; provide housingrelated assistance, case management, peer support, recovery services, life skills, job skills training and civil legal services.
• Ensure HIPAA, ethical code of conduct, and professional boundaries are maintained with staff and clients.
• Participate in trainings, perform assign duties, and submit timecards/leave requests according to deadlines.
• Implement management decisions in a positive and timely manner.
• Commit to the agency's Mission, Vision, and Values; represent actions that define the overall philosophy and objectives of the agency.
• Work a flexible schedule outside of business hours, including weekends and evening hours, as the need arises, to support the program and leadership.
• Compile and submit monthly units of service, demographics, and other required evaluation data to the Data Analyst and Director of Programs in a timely manner.
• And other duties as assigned by agency.

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalency
• Certified Substance Use Counselor (CADC, RAD-T, etc.) must be current and able to show proof of degree/certification and minimum of 3 years of experience in substance use counseling.
• Experience working as part of treatment team in service of dualdiagnosis, ganginvolved, incarcerated or formerly incarcerated individuals is highly preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish or other threshold languages is preferred.

• Must complete a Live Scan Background Check.
• Must have a valid California Driver License and proof of auto insurance.
• Must possess knowledge of: 12 Step recovery curriculums; drug and alcohol addiction; cooccurring substance abuse and mental health disorders; withdrawal processes and symptoms; relapse prevention strategies; trigger behavior identification; family system dynamics; the impact of trauma; and common obstacles clients encounter at all stages of recovery.
• Able to recognize individuals under the influence, atrisk for relapse, or atrisk for harm to self or others.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively as part of a treatment team c