Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) to provide direct support and supervision within our inpatient behavioral health, mental health, and substance use treatment programs.
Requirements
- Provide continuous patient supervision and conduct scheduled safety checks to ensure patient and facility safety.
- Monitor patient behavior and environmental conditions, document observations, and promptly report concerns, incidents, or changes to clinical or medical staff.
- Respond to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques and follow emergency protocols as trained.
- Measure and document vital signs as assigned and perform approved CLIA-waived testing, including urine drug screening and pregnancy testing, in accordance with training and policy.
- Supervise self-administration of medications when permitted by state regulations and organizational policy.
- Observe and report physical, emotional, or behavioral changes that may impact patient safety or treatment progress.
- Maintain respectful, professional, and supportive interactions with patients, offering encouragement and emotional support while referring clinical concerns to appropriate staff.
- Assist with admissions, discharges, patient movement, group coordination, and recreational or therapeutic activities as assigned.
- Support patient engagement in treatment programming and daily routines within the milieu.
- Communicate relevant patient information to supervisors and treatment team members to support coordinated care.
- Collaborate effectively with clinical, nursing, medical, and operations staff to maintain a safe and supportive treatment environment.
- Assist with patient transportation when required by assignment and ensure compliance with safety and driving requirements.
- Support daily facility operations, including maintaining cleanliness, safety, and appropriate use of supplies.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Wellness incentives
- Employee assistance and referral programs
