Recovery Support Specialist I | Confidential Client
The Recovery Support Specialist I at Confidential Client provides direct support and advocacy to clients within a Substance Use Disorder residential program, ensuring their safety and engagement especially during crises. This role involves facilitating treatment groups, transporting clients, and collaborating with medical and psychiatric teams to coordinate comprehensive care in a culturally diverse environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Behavioral Health & Substance Use Treatment.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Recovery Support Specialist I to join a residential Substance Use Disorder program on 3rd shift (night). This on-site position supports clients in active recovery by providing direct care, crisis support, group facilitation, and transportation when needed. Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain supportive, recovery-focused contact with residents to assess needs and encourage participation in program activities
- Monitor client safety and respond to crises; notify supervisors immediately for incidents or suspected illegal activity
- Facilitate treatment and recovery groups
- Transport clients to appointments and community supports as needed (driver availability required)
- Coordinate with clinical teams across medical, MAT (medication-assisted treatment), psychiatric and behavioral health services
- Maintain required certifications and comply with licensing and agency standards
- Develop trusting, strengths-based relationships to promote long-term recovery and community reintegration
Minimum & Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, psychology, or related field preferred
- Minimum 1 year experience working with psychiatric or substance-use treatment populations preferred
- Reliable access to an automobile for client transport
- Strong communication and de-escalation skills; bilingual skills a plus
- Ability to work 3rd shift (night hours) on a full- or part-time schedule
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly rate: $21.00 per hour
- Benefits may include: 403(b) retirement plan, health/dental/vision/pet/life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, 8 discretionary days, mileage reimbursement
- Additional supports: career growth opportunities, clinical licensing support, diverse client population
Schedule & Location
- Work type: On-site
- Employment types: Full-Time and Part-Time (3rd shift)
- Location: South Hadley, MA
Why This Role Matters
This position provides essential front-line support to individuals in residential recovery. You will help create a safe, structured environment that promotes engagement in treatment and reduces crisis events — directly impacting clients’ recovery journeys.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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