Job Description
SOME, INC. EXISTS TO HELP THE HOMELESS AND POOR OF WASHINGTON, DC. WITH OVER 30 PROGRAMS THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, WE PROVIDE A WIDE SPECTRUM OF SERVICES TO THE MOST VULNERABLE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES OF OUR CITY. WE STRIVE TO PROVIDE SUCCESS PATHS TOWARD MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH, CONTINUED SOBRIETY, JOB TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT WITH A LIVING WAGE, AFFORDABLE HOUSING, AND ULTIMATELY LIVING INDEPENDENTLY AND CONFIDENTLY.
SOME, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST for our Single Adult Housing department.
The Recovery Support Specialist position is ideal for someone who has extensive experience in providing addictions and recovery support services.
CERTIFIED ADDICTIONS COUNSELOR (CAC) CERTIFICATION IS A PLUS!!
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Provide over sight of all SAH Recovery Support Services to include: the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) Recovery Support Services (RSS) including the Environmental Services (ES) program and the SRO Rapid Re-engagement Program (RRP). Provide intensive case management and recovery services for SRO residents enrolled in RSS and RRP.
TRAVEL REQUIRED: up to 75% between residential properties, all located in Washington, DC.
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 11:00am - 7:30pm - 40 hours/week
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED: Bachelor's Degree in Social Services; 3-5 yrs. experience in case management with experience providing services in addiction treatment; experience with automated billing/intake assessments and using Credible and/or Data Wits systems.
PREFERRED: Master's Degree in Social Services; 5-7 yrs. experience in case management with experience providing services in addiction treatment; experience providing services to HIV population, Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC)
REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Vehicle and valid Drivers license; CPR and First Aid certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS:
REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR, RECOVERY SUPPORT SERVICES
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
TO APPLY: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your on-line application profile to be considered. No phone calls please.
SOME, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME, INC. IS ALSO A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.