Recovery Specialist - 1st shift - Located in Rockford, IL

Rosecrance hiring for Recovery Specialist - 1st shift - Located in Rockford, IL jobs in Rockford, IL, US

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Shift: 1st shift  Sunday through Thursday 730am-330pm 

We are seeking a Recovery Home Specialist to join our CILA team. CILA stands for Community Integrated Living Arrangement and works towards helping out adult clients with mental illness achieve independence through: teaching daily life skills, budgeting, meal planner, and meal preparation.

Our CILA team is looking for another team member to join them in changing these often overlooked groups' lives with the ultimate goal to increase their client's quality of life.

Their ideal team member would be able to:

1. Work independently while having an open and effective line of communication with the team.
2. Perform or learn to perform de-escalation techniques.
3. Plan outings for clients independently/lead therapeutic group activities.
4. Change their approach to teaching based on the client's personality.
5. Maintain patience to teach a client how to do something instead of for them.
6. Establish a healthy work-life balance
7. Forget any preconceived notions of what mental illness looks like
8. Assist clients with activities of daily living (cooking, cleaning, monitoring medications). 
9. Helping clients safely access the community for basic needs and leisure activities. 

This position requires:

• High school diploma
• Valid driver's license

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Work hours prescribed and any additional hours-deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned. Overtime may be required.
2. Supervise and manage the behavior of the residents and provide appropriate behavioral interventions and consequences.
3. Implement therapeutic activities and facilitate development of independent living skills.
4. Responsible for developing and presenting all resident education.
5. Consult with other staff members and plan daily therapeutic direction for designated shift.
6. May facilitate focal group discussion sessions.
7. Attend all scheduled meetings of staff, such as treatment plan reviews, shift meetings or appropriate committee meetings as designated.
8. Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with regulations.
9. If designated, monitor self-administration of medicine by residents and record information on medical log.
10. Oversee the cleanliness of the house, resident house jobs, and the proper use of equipment and supplies.
11. Serve as a member of the assigned team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
12. Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
13. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
14. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance
15. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned

Benefits:

• Health insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance (qualifications apply)
• Licensure/certification reimbursement (qualifications apply)
• Paid Time Off
• Referral program
• Wellness plan

About Us

Rosecrance is a leading non-profit provider of comprehensive behavioral health services in the United States. With over 100 years of experience, Rosecrance is dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges. We operate a network of treatment centers and outpatient programs, offering evidence-based therapies and compassionate care to promote lasting recovery.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by substance abuse and mental health disorders, we invite you to join our team at Rosecrance. Note: Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Health and Safety

Enjoy a safe and healthy work environment! As a federally funded company, Rosecrance operates under multiple licenses and accreditation agencies, requiring strict adherence to their respective laws and policies concerning employee health and safety requirements. Compliance with the company's health policies is a condition of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.