About the Role
As a Recovery Support Specialist at Phoenix House, you will participate and facilitate the occurrence of shift change, provide Criss intervention counseling, conduct group intake, ensure that clients adhere to the day-to-day program schedule, tracking attendance and monitoring participation in program events and activities. Be part of something bigger — help us build a healthier, addiction-free future together.
Responsibilities
- Participate and facilitate the occurrence of shift change.
- Provide crisis intervention counseling.
- Conduct group intake.
- Ensure clients adhere to the day-to-day program schedule.
- Track attendance and monitor participation in program events and activities.
- Conduct and document room/bed checks to ensure resident safety and presence.
- Conduct routine facility checks to ensure facility safety and security.
- Review client property/items upon admission or receipt to ensure compliance with facility and program rules.
- Conduct contraband searches and drug screen analysis administration.
- Assume lead duties for shift(s) as assigned, ensuring the program schedule is followed, duties are assigned and completed, and critical incidents are reported and documented.
- Mentor patients towards success in program, including behavior modification, program rules, school work, job responsibilities, and appropriate social interactions.
- Provide safe, timely, and supervised transportation of patients to off-site appointments or activities.
- Assist in the medication room, as needed.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee (CASAC-T) in good standing.
- Minimum two years’ experience working in a substance use disorder treatment setting, including working with patients with co-occurring disorders.
- Trained to dispense medications to clients in case of emergency.
Skills
- Ethical Practices
- Judgment
- Rapport Building
- Emotional Intelligence
- Empathy
- Professional Boundaries
- Global and Cultural Awareness
- Critical Evaluation
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Crisis Management
- Technical Capacity
Location
- East Hampton Residential - Wainscott, NY 11975
Work Type
- Full Time
Experience Level
- Minimum two years’ experience
Education Level
- High School or GED Equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $21.78 - $24.18 Hourly
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance for all eligible employees and their dependents
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
- Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- 403(b) retirement plan
About the Company
- Phoenix House of New York | Long Island is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery.
- We provide treatment, housing, and support services for our clients and their families.
- Our core values— Integrity, Compassion, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward Thinking —guide our approach, ensuring each person receives evidence-based care that promotes dignity and wellness.
- By upholding these values, we empower people to rebuild their lives with hope, accountability, and support.
