Housing and Recovery Support Specialist | Decatur, GA

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  • Location: Decatur, GA

  • Company: Stand

ensure a safe and supportive environment through providing housing assistance, transportation coordination, recovery support services, and health & safety tasks to individuals in recovery? Would you like to join a nonprofit that strives to make a difference in the communities it serves?

If so, please read on! This position in social services earns a competitive salary of $40,000. We also offer great benefits: •Company Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits •Company Retirement plan match up to 5% •Paid time off (PTO) •Paid holidays •Learning and Development Courses If this sounds like the right behavioral health opportunity in social services for you, apply today to join our nonprofit! ABOUT

STAND, INC. Established in 1999, STAND, Inc. exists to educate the community and address health disparities as well as to renew and preserve the families and communities in which we reside.

Our focus on outcomes and solutions in a practice research-based environment serves to positively address the social plagues of homelessness, prison recidivism, domestic violence, mental health, and substance abuse as well as their negative impact on our community at large. We are social entrepreneurs who are dedicated to investing in our clients, their families, and their communities while inspiring hope and instilling confidence in our clients to facilitate their personal desires for accountability

and change. This wouldn't be possible without the passionate and dedicated group of people who keep our nonprofit running.

Our team of professionals uses a range of evidence-based training, education, and intervention that empower individuals to engage in healthy and productive lifestyles. To show our appreciation for all that they do, we strive to provide a supportive team-focused environment that helps our employees build successful careers as well as encourage a healthy work-life balance. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HOUSING AND RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST In this role, you play a crucial role in the recovery support process with clients. There are key areas of daily responsibilities which include: transportation, housing, health & safety, and recovery support.

Transportation involves operating safe and reliable transportation for clients while adhering to safety guidelines. You assist with ensuring vehicles are well-maintained, fueled, and meet safety standards. You conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections and report concerns. The Housing and Recovery Support Specialist is responsible for several monthly tasks which include conducting new resident orientation and offering ongoing support to promote the recovery process. You perform weekly home inspections to ensure cleanliness and compliance with program rules.

Through our partnership with the Atlanta Food Bank, you will coordinate food ordering, food pick up, and monthly food distribution with the organization. You must be able to lift boxes and at times, move furniture. As a member of the Health & Safety Committee for buildings and housing units, you conduct quarterly health and safety self-inspections for buildings housing units, and vehicles. It is important to maintain cleanliness and order in all areas and submit written reports identifying areas inspected, recommendations, and actions taken.

You also perform basic building upkeep tasks addressing minor repairs to ensure a safe and functional environment. In this critical role, we connect individuals to local recovery communities within the Addiction Recovery Support Center (ARSC). You are expected to uphold the culture, principles, and values of recovery in all client engagement. QUALIFICATIONS FOR A HOUSING AND RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST •Certified Addiction Recovery Empower Specialist (CARES) or eligible. Do you have a strong desire to help individuals in their recovery process? Are you able to work well both independently and as part of a team?

Can you maintain a friendly and professional demeanor? If so, you might just be perfect for this Specialist position in behavioral health with our nonprofit! JOB REQUIREMENTS •High School Graduate •Valid Driver's License •Ability to pass a federal background check and drug screening WORK SCHEDULE FOR A HOUSING AND RECOVERY SUPPORT SPECIALIST This full-time position in social services works a typical schedule of 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. READY TO JOIN OUR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM? We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process.

Please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you! /openings/standinc/jobs Location: 30032 Job Posted by Applicant Pro

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