Responsibilities:
- Serve in one of our seven units, working closely with unit counselors, Recovery Support Peer Specialists, health care providers, and unit managers, engaging daily with a caseload of approximately 10 clients per month.
- Collaborate with clients to develop personalized plans that leverage their recovery capital. This includes areas such as stable housing, employment, financial awareness, social networks, and community resources. Your role is instrumental in empowering our clients to overcome obstacles and build independence.
- To ensure clients reach their goals, offer ongoing support through regular check-ins, adjustments to their recovery plans as needed, and active encouragement. Provide training on essential life skills and offer guidance on how to navigate various systems and processes.
- Stay informed about community resources and initiatives that can support clients' recovery and personal growth. Dedicate time to researching and connecting with relevant organizations, services, and opportunities, and relay this information to the clients you're supporting.
- Practical Assistance: Help clients with practical needs during recovery, such as obtaining identification documents, crafting resumes, and connecting to job opportunities.
- Build Patient Rapport: Establish and maintain patient rapport by sharing knowledge of personal living skills with clients in groups and individual sessions.
- Crisis: Notify Nursing Staff and/or Counselor in the event of a crisis.
- Process: Participate in the Admission process as directed and orient the patient to the unit.
- Client Interaction: Interact with clients and participate in the process of preventing Against Medical Advice (AMA) departures.
- Support: Prepare and organize materials for clients to ensure effective treatment sessions. Keep the counselor updated on any significant interactions with clients or their family members by completing an Incident Report Form or using other specified communication methods as directed.
- Data Collection: Collect and maintain two types of data: client tracking metrics and recovery capital assessment data. Ensure accurate and confidential handling of all data.
- Utilize Systems Effectively: Utilize the different systems HBI uses effectively to streamline workflow and ensure efficient operations.
- Assist clients with practical necessities during recovery, such as obtaining identification documents, crafting resumes, and connecting to job opportunities.
- Work closely with clients to create a post-discharge plan, which could include continued treatment, securing housing and employment, or reconnecting with family. Continue to offer support and resources post-discharge to facilitate the transition and ensure sustained progress.
Qualifications:
- Minimal requirement is High school diploma, GED, or working toward attaining a high school diploma or GED during the term of service. Must agree to obtain either a diploma or GED before using an education award.
- Compassionate, resourceful individuals with lived experience related to mental health issues or substance abuse.
- For those going through recovery, we require 1 year of sobriety. If you were a client of Homeward Bound Inc. (HBI) in the past, we require 2 years of sobriety and to be 1 year removed from your last service date.
- Ability to establish a positive rapport and communicate effectively with a diverse population.
- Experience or interest in social services, mental health, or substance abuse recovery fields is beneficial.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual who is passionate about making a positive impact on the community. If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: Up to $2,300.00 per month
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person