Recovery Specialist

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: USE FOR ALL OWENSBORO REQUISITIONS - Owensboro, KY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School/GED, Salary Range: $13.25 - $16.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Occasional, Job Shift: 2nd, Job Summary: 2nd Shift Position, location is based in Owensboro, KY The Amethyst Center offers a residential component for women with a substance use disorder. This facility has all the feel of home with space for 16 women in recovery and 6 infants born to pregnant women in the program and provides 20-hours a week of activities designed to ensure sober living and prevent relapse. A Recovery Specialist provides basic supervision and assistance to clients of a residential substance abuse program. The Certified Adult Peer Support Specialist (APSS) provide assistance to clients of a substance abuse program using their unique lived experiences to guide and support others in some form of recovery. Essential Functions: Supervises clients during shift. This includes bed checks, meal supervision, taking vitals, observing self-administration of meds, and supervising passes and visitors. Provides assistance to office support staff by copying forms, filing, and recombining charts that are ready for termination as necessary. Leads “pass” process group on Sunday or other support type groups and documents on each client. Facilitates community building exercises and orientation groups. Handles the logistics of patient arrival and departure. Manages follow up appointments. Transports clients to and from CFC, recreational outings and doctor appointments. Monitors and documents client behaviors. Attends and helps document Family Educational groups. Fosters collaborative working relationships among members of the leadership and management teams and programs. Other duties as assigned. Why Choose RiverValley? RiverValley is now a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), expanding access to high-quality, integrated care in the communities we serve. Join a mission-driven organization committed to clinical excellence, professional growth, and meaningful impact. We offer: Competitive pay Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, Telehealth) Paid time off + 9 holidays Retirement plan options Tuition reimbursement + free CEUs Clinical supervision Wellness & employee assistance programs Mileage reimbursement for work related travel Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer Qualifications: Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED Valid KY Driver’s license and clean driving record to be insurable by agency liability insurance company. Adult Peer Specialist Certification is strongly preferred or ability/willingness to obtain certification within 6 months of employment. Knowledge and Skills: Experience working (either in a paid or volunteer position) with individuals with substance abuse or similar populations (i.e. homeless, individuals with severe addictions) preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to establish supportive trusting relationships with people with severe and persistent substance abuse.