Residential Recovery Specialist

The Mental Health Association is seeking a dedicated Residential Recovery Specialist (RRS) to join our team. In this role, the RRS will work within our GRIT program, supporting individuals who are navigating co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. The Specialist will create a safe and nurturing environment that fosters recovery, empowerment, and respect for diversity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offer daily support, emotional guidance, and encouragement to residents.
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans and interventions.
• Facilitate daily living activities, such as meal preparation, household upkeep, and transportation.
• Promote recovery-focused activities and community engagement among residents.
• Develop supportive relationships and maintain a trauma-informed approach to care.

Working Schedule:

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The Mental Health Association is hiring a Residential Recovery Specialist (RRS) for our GRIT program in Holyoke, a 16-bed program dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health needs. In this role, the RRS will provide guidance and support for residents, fostering a trauma-informed, gender-responsive environment rooted in an understanding of and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily activities, implementing individualized treatment plan interventions, assisting residents with daily living tasks (meal prep, household upkeep, transportation), and encouraging active engagement in recovery and relapse-prevention planning.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, prioritize tasks, take initiative, follow through, and work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Good oral, written, computer, and...