Recovery Specialist-Second Shift

GAAMHA
Athol, MA
Join GAAMHA as a Recovery Specialist at Sunrise Ridge

Location: Sunrise Ridge – A Co-Occurring Enhanced Recovery Home for Women
Are you passionate about helping women in recovery build strong, stable futures? GAAMHA, a nonprofit organization, is looking for a dedicated Recovery Specialist (RS) to support residents at Sunrise Ridge, a structured, trauma-informed recovery home designed for women with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders—including specialized services for pregnant and postpartum women.

In this role, you’ll provide guidance, oversight, and hands-on support to residents as they navigate their recovery journey. You’ll ensure a safe, structured, and supportive environment where women can work toward self-sufficiency while developing essential life skills.

Why Choose GAAMHA?
At GAAMHA, we believe in second chances, personal empowerment, and community-driven recovery. As a Recovery Specialist, you’ll be part of a team that provides compassionate, evidence-based support to women working toward a brighter future.

Your Role: A Mentor & Supporter
As a Recovery Specialist, you’ll play a key role in daily program operations, offering encouragement, support, and accountability to residents as they work through their individualized recovery plans.

What You’ll Do
  • Support Program & Activities: Ensure residents follow their scheduled routines and actively participate in recovery-based programming.
  • Medication Oversight: Provide oversight of patient’s medication adherence. Maintain accurate documentation of medication administration. Ensuring proper intake and disposal of discontinued medications.
  • Facilitate Groups: Lead recovery-focused group discussions and document resident participation and progress (as needed).
  • Conduct Wellness & Safety Checks: Perform regular headcounts and wellness checks on your shift throughout the facility to maintain a secure and supportive environment.
  • Document & Communicate Key Information: Complete detailed shift notes, medication logs, and incident reports. Share relevant information during staff shift changes to ensure continuity of care.
  • Provide Transportation & Advocacy: Accompany residents to appointments, court hearings, and other essential engagements. Serve as an advocate for their needs within the community.
  • Foster a Safe & Inclusive Environment: Support a trauma-informed, gender-responsive setting where residents feel heard, valued, and empowered.
  • Work with Pregnant & Postpartum Residents: Offer additional support for women balancing recovery with parenting responsibilities, including attending counseling, medical visits, and child welfare meetings.
  • Ensure Compliance & Mandated Reporting: Know and enforce all policies related to resident safety, including mandated reporting of suspected child abuse/neglect per M.G.L. Chapter 119, Section 51A.
  • Promote GAAMHA’s Mission in the Community: Represent Sunrise Ridge and GAAMHA with professionalism and integrity.
What You Bring to the Role
  • Experience & Passion for Recovery Support: Prior experience in residential treatment, peer recovery coaching, or behavioral health settings is highly valued.
  • Strong Communication & Compassion: You can build trust, provide guidance, and foster a sense of accountability among residents.
  • Commitment to Recovery: If you have lived experience with substance use disorder, you must have at least one year of continuous sobriety.
  • Tech-Savvy & Detail-Oriented: Proficient in Microsoft Office and web-based documentation platforms such as Kipu.
  • Valid Driver’s License: Ability to transport residents as needed.
  • Background Clearance: Must pass a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check and an Adam Walsh/Child Protective Services Background Check.
What You Can Expect
  • A Career with Purpose: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of women working toward recovery and independence.
  • A Supportive Team Environment: Join a mission-driven, recovery-focused workplace where your contributions matter.
  • Opportunities for Growth: GAAMHA offers training, professional development, and career advancement pathways.
Who You’ll Work With
You’ll report to the RS Supervisor and collaborate with the entire Sunrise Ridge team to provide seamless, holistic support to residents.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about helping women achieve lasting recovery and independence, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team that believes in hope, healing, and new beginnings.

This is position is a 3pm-11pm shift.

Posted 2025-09-25

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