Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkRushford Center one of Connecticutrsquos leading providers of addiction and mental health services is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention treatment and recovery programs We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation Residential Addiction Treatment Individual Group Family Therapy Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs Through the passion of our specialists we continue to treat every patient with care compassion and respect while providing affordable and accessible servicesIn order to provide support to patients based on personal experience a Recovery Support Specialist performs many different tasks The Recovery Support Specialist first and foremost uses their personal experiences in recovery to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with patients acting as a mentor As someone who successfully managed their own recovery the Recovery Support Specialist provides patients an example of what they can strive for in their recoveryThe Recovery Support Specialist works to build a community of both clients and staff that is supportive and conducive to patient growth and recovery They assist in the creation and implementation of social activities and utilization of technology recovery applications to help create a positive environment for everyoneRecovery Support Specialists link up with various community organizations and resources to provide additional support for patients particularly as they transition from recovery back into the general community This can include continued peer recovery support ie AANA healthcare housing job assistance and additional treatment services as well as support in the task of finding or re integrating with friends family and outside communitiesJob Responsibilities Through collaboration with the client and other service providers assesses needs and develops an Individualized Recovery Plan IRP Utilizing recovery oriented interventionsservices ensures effective progress toward the IRP Goals Provides education and consultation to the Clinical Support Team with respect to client centered approaches Provides instruction and skills training in illness and recovery management to clients and their families Provides engagement in natural support networks and activities relating to community integration Works with Housing Supports Program to assists clients with finding obtaining and retaining safe affordable and decent housing Assists clients in arranging transportation to clinical medical and any other appointments deemed necessary Performs all required duties regarding the maintenance of all program related and administrative datareports statistical records and other data collection activities as specified by Rushford Prepares appropriate documentation to meet DMHAS PR program and other funding requirements Maintains all client records including progress notes service plans and releases Works under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional Performs other duties as may be requiredRecovery Support Specialists work within the communities of the clients they serve and have assigned territories among Rushford locations RSS split their time between on site treatment locations and within the community assisting clients in developing their sober network and resources within the communityWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkRushford Center one of Connecticutrsquos leading providers of addiction and mental health services is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention treatment and recovery programs We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation Residential Addiction Treatment Individual Group Family Therapy Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs Through the passion of our specialists we continue to treat every patient with care compassion and respect while providing affordable and accessible servicesIn order to provide support to patients based on personal experience a Recovery Support Specialist performs many different tasks The Recovery Support Specialist first and foremost uses their personal experiences in recovery to develop meaningful and trusting relationships with patients acting as a mentor As someone who successfully managed their own recovery the Recovery Support Specialist provides patients an example of what they can strive for in their recoveryThe Recovery Support Specialist works to build a community of both clients and staff that is supportive and conducive to patient growth and recovery They assist in the creation and implementation of social activities and utilization of technology recovery applications to help create a positive environment for everyoneRecovery Support Specialists link up with various community organizations and resources to provide additional support for patients particularly as they transition from recovery back into the general community This can include continued peer recovery support ie AANA healthcare housing job assistance and additional treatment services as well as support in the task of finding or re integrating with friends family and outside communitiesJob Responsibilities Through collaboration with the client and other service providers assesses needs and develops an Individualized Recovery Plan IRP Utilizing recovery oriented interventionsservices ensures effective progress toward the IRP Goals Provides education and consultation to the Clinical Support Team with respect to client centered approaches Provides instruction and skills training in illness and recovery management to clients and their families Provides engagement in natural support networks and activities relating to community integration Works with Housing Supports Program to assists clients with finding obtaining and retaining safe affordable and decent housing Assists clients in arranging transportation to clinical medical and any other appointments deemed necessary Performs all required duties regarding the maintenance of all program related and administrative datareports statistical records and other data collection activities as specified by Rushford Prepares appropriate documentation to meet DMHAS PR program and other funding requirements Maintains all client records including progress notes service plans and releases Works under the general supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional Performs other duties as may be requiredRecovery Support Specialists work within the communities of the clients they serve and have assigned territories among Rushford locations RSS split their time between on site treatment locations and within the community assisting clients in developing their sober network and resources within the communityHigh School diploma or equivalent with significant experience that relates to the population servedRequires current valid Connecticut drivers license Must qualify for Public Service LicenseDemonstrating peer support or mental health experienceHaving personal experience relevant to services provided recoveryBeing able to obtain Peer Support Specialist certification preferably already certified as recovery coach or recovery support specialistBeing able to travel sometimes daily among various Rushford sites be prepared and willing to transport clients as appropriateAs a Hartford HealthCare entity Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting ofMedical and dental benefitsk plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire including six paid holidaysAdditional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs With locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentHigh School diploma or equivalent with significant experience that relates to the population servedRequires current valid Connecticut drivers license Must qualify for Public Service LicenseDemonstrating peer support or mental health experienceHaving personal experience relevant to services provided recoveryBeing able to obtain Peer Support Specialist certification preferably already certified as recovery coach or recovery support specialistBeing able to travel sometimes daily among various Rushford sites be prepared and willing to transport clients as appropriateAs a Hartford HealthCare entity Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting ofMedical and dental benefitsk plan with employer matchGenerous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire including six paid holidaysAdditional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs With locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment