Mental Health & Recovery Specialist
Description
At Ability Beyond, you can be accepted, celebrated, & impactful!
Location: Danbury
Hours:
- Sunday 4P-10P, Monday - Thursday 2P-8P (30 hours weekly, full-time)
- Wednesday - Friday 10A-7P, Saturday 2P-10P (35 hours weekly, full-time)
Pay Rate: $17.75/hour
We are hosting a virtual job fair via ZOOM on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 9:00AM- 2:00PM. All candidates are welcome to apply and attend as either a scheduled interview or virtual walk in!
Via Zoom Video - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89379440759
Responsibilities:
- Assisting in all matters that pertain to the support, rehabilitation, and counseling of clients in active recovery and the day-to-day operations of the program.
- Supporting and teaching individuals in areas such as self-care, house responsibilities, educational and vocational achievement, medication management, financial management, social and recreational development, and personal and interpersonal coping.
- Serve as a positive role model for the residents and community.
Benefits:
- Extensive paid training and certification program
- Generous benefit package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
- Paid time off (increases over years of service)
- Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
- PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources.
- Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives
- Accredited certification programs in direct care, leadership, and other specialties
- Employee mentorship program
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- A culture of appreciation, respect, and teamwork
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Willingness to learn, no experience needed.
- An interest in mental health & addiction recovery & case management a plus!
To see a day in the life of our Ability Beyond workforce, check out this video: