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 client 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 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.
- Conduct and document appropriately room/bed checks (minimally every thirty minutes) 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 in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Assume lead duties for shift(s) as assigned, which includes ensuring that the program schedule is followed, all duties are assigned and completed by team during the shift and critical incidents are reported to the Manager on Call and appropriately documented.
- Mentor patients towards success in program including but not limited to behavior modification, program rules, school work, job responsibilities and appropriate social interactions with peers, family and staff.
- Provide safe, timely, and supervised transportation of patients to off-site appointments or activities as needed.
- 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
- Brentwood, NY 11717
Work Type
- Full Time
Experience Level
- Minimum two years’ experience
Education Level
- High School or GED Equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $20.50 - $24.00 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 who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
- Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
- A 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.
