Recovery Specialist | Avanzando | PT

Work Location: Ludlow MA 

* Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

* EOE M/F/D/V

The Gándara Center provides residential, mental health, substance abuse, and preventive services for children, adults, and families across the Pioneer Valley and eastern parts of Massachusetts. We believe in our communities and value cultural diversity and strive to provide culturally competent, innovative services to a diverse community. Our mission is to promote the well-being of Hispanics, African-Americans, and other culturally diverse populations, through innovative, culturally competent behavioral health, prevention, and educational services – Changing Lives one family at a time.

Duties and Responsibilities include

Maintain direct supportive contact with residents to continually asses their individual needs To transport clients to appointments as needed Acquire and maintain necessary certifications mandated by the Agency and licensing standards Facilitate treatment groups Develop strong, supportive relationships with clients, providing for their safety and care Collaborate with other departments in settings where care must be coordinated between medical, MAT, and psychiatric and behavioral needs

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred. Minimum of 1 year of experience working with psychiatric clients preferred. Must have availability of an automobile to transport clients or perform other supportive services as necessary.

Benefits:

Retirement Plan 403(b) Mileage Reimbursement Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Paid Vacations Paid Holidays 8 Discretionary days a year

Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

Retirement Plan 403(b) Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance Paid vacations Paid holidays 8 discretionary days Mileage Reimbursement

Additional Benefits:

Career Growth Opportunities Culturally Diverse population Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility Clinical Licensing Support

The Gandara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training