Find & Apply For Social / Human Services Specialist Jobs in Mount Holly, New Jersey

Join our team today and immerse yourself in a rewarding career for years to come! Be part of a team helping individuals on their journey to recovery. In our substance use programs, you'll provide compassionate support, guidance, and resources to help people rebuild their lives and maintain long-term wellness. Every interaction is an opportunity to make a lasting impact, supporting individuals through some of their most critical moments and celebrating their progress along the way.

Schedule:

Full time;

Varied:

Flexible shifts according to program needs including nights and weekends

Salary:

$17.59/hr.

Responsibilities:

The Recovery Specialists shall be responsible for providing on-call coverage at county-based Emergency Departments and engage and provide non-clinical assistance and recovery supports for individuals reversed from an opioid overdose The Recovery Specialist will be responsible for providing recovery based groups and individual sessions in the Burlington County Jail. The role of the Recovery Specialists shall include, but is not limited to the following: Educating survivors, through use of Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) on how to appropriately navigate treatment, social service and recovery support systems Serving as a positive role model to survivors and their families by sharing experiential knowledge, hope, and skills Maintaining relationships with survivors and their families via in-person meetings or phone calls for a minimum of eight (8) weeks in order to assist individuals in the treatment, engagement and retention process Reinforcing, guiding, and ensuring survivors and their families that recovery is possible, and is built on multiple strengths, coping abilities, and resources of each individual Assisting survivors with gaining skills and accessing resources needed to initiate and maintain recovery Assisting in establishing and sustaining a social and physical environment supportive of recovery Advocating for appropriate and effective community treatment and recovery Empowering survivors to make self-determined and self-directed choices about their recovery pathway Why Choose Oaks?

Trauma Informed Environment:

Embrace each person's story including life experience, history and culture.

The FISH Philosophy:

Four simple practices that inspire engagement, creativity and innovation. Opportunities for

Growth:

Grow your career with Oaks as we continue to expand. We're here to help you reach your goals.

Mission-focused:

Mission is at the heart of what we do each day. Excellent Benefits (90% employer coverage): Enjoy generous time benefits (20+ hours), comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage (30 + hours), 403B with 6% employer contribution

Diverse Culture:

We welcome, value and celebrate our differences.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience in providing recovery support services. Bilingual and previous experience in providing formal peer services is preferred. Knowledge of recovery-based concepts and interventions. Valid driver's license. Available to provide on-call support that includes weekend, evening and overnight shifts. Programs funded through SAMHSA must follow federal guidelines for a drug free workplace. Oaks Integrated Care is an

EOE/Drug-Free Workplace Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.59 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

recovery support services: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person