Job Description

Job Description

A nonprofit organization on Long Island is seeking a new CASAC-T to join their growing team in Suffolk County as their new Recovery Support Specialist. In this role, the Recovery Support Specialist will be responsible for serving as a mentor and motivator by helping clients stay accountable, build healthy routines, and develop meaningful life skills.

About the Opportunity:

• Assignment Length: Ongoing
• Shift: Days or Evenings or Nights
• Schedule: Full-time
• Hours: 8am to 4pm (Days) or 2pm to 10pm (Evenings) or 11pm to 7am (Nights)

Responsibilities:

• Guide residents through daily schedules and therapeutic routines
• Offer mentorship around job duties, schoolwork, and interpersonal development
• Model positive communication and recovery-focused behavior
• Track attendance and document resident behavior
• Provide updates to counselors and the clinical team
• Participate in shift handoffs and team meetings to maintain continuity of care
• Support with resident transportation to appointments, as needed
• Help facilitate evening activities or emergency drills when assigned
• Collaborate with staff to ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment
• Perform other duties, as needed

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a Substance Use Disorder and/or Residential Behavioral Health role/setting
• High School Diploma / GED
• Active CASAC-T
• Strong communication and rapport-building skills
• Ability to model boundaries, structure, and recovery-oriented behaviors
• Genuine passion for client support, empowerment, and mentorship
  

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