Re-Entry Specialist

Who is Riverbend?

Riverbend provides top tier addiction recovery treatment, behavioral health services, and community re-entry services.

At Riverbend, we are devoted to providing the highest quality care to those we serve and to assemble a professional and compassionate, determined, yet patient employee team to deliver exceptional service.

Our Culture:

Mission first: Our mission is simple, but not easy. Deliver the highest level of professional and compassionate care to all we serve, whether they require addiction services, sober housing, outpatient clinical care, outreach services, community re-entry services, or any other needs that we may be able to deliver.

Cooperative Teamwork: Our mission is not easy, but when a team works together, anything is possible. We strive to assemble and operate efficient and caring teams to operate all our programs. We believe in collaboration, both for its problem-solving effectiveness, but we also value the comfort and perseverance that belonging to a strong team brings to the employee experience. It is more joyful and rewarding to go to work when you trust and care about the people you work with, and they trust and care about you.

Continuous Learning: Everyone brings skills to their job. At Riverbend, we want to keep building those skills and add new ones. Developing skills requires a humble, yet bold attitude. We only learn when we accept that we can always learn more, which requires humility. Still, we want all employees to be bold by exercising the skills that they do have. Whether you come to Riverbend at the beginning of your employment journey, or you are a seasoned professional, we believe in developing your skill to the next level.

The Opportunity:

7am-3pm Sun-Thurs

Program Monitors play a vital role in our re-entry program, working closely with recently released male clients to support their successful transition back into the community. This position focuses on providing guidance, and emotional support to facilitate their rehabilitation journey and reintegration into society. Road to Renewal is a re-entry program dedicated to supporting male clients in their successful transition back into the community out of state and local court sanctioned institutions. We provide comprehensive services to empower clients towards a positive, meaningful, and successful future.

Job Responsibilities:

· Supervise and monitor the health and safety of residents in the program.

· Completion of daily monitoring and communication log.

· Assisting residents in following daily schedule and routines.

· Assist with resident needs and daily requirements.

· Assist with daily operations such as food shopping, meal preparation, monitoring of chores, household tasks as assigned.

· Responsible for maintaining the staffing ratio as assigned by the Program Director; (remaining on-site as directed by supervisor).

· Provide immediate assistance and support during crisis situations, including emotional distress or aggression, and implement appropriate interventions.

· Assist Community Support Specialist with daily check ins with residents such as calling to verify location or to verify employment.

· Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity in all interactions, recognizing and respecting the diverse backgrounds and experiences of clients.

· Work collaboratively with other members of the reentry program team, including case managers, Assistant Program Director, and external service providers, to ensure a comprehensive and holistic approach to client support.

· Adhere to all Programmatic Policies and Procedures, including Driving Policy.

· Occasional transportation of residents is possible.

· Adhere to Riverbend employee handbook rules.

· Appropriate utilization of on-call procedures.

· Responsible for the immediate notification of safety/health/legal issues happening in the program (resident or programmatic), including completing an Internal or Critical Incident Report form.

· Complete medication training with PD

· Observe and document residents' self-administration of medications.

· Complete daily medication counts.

· Other duties as assigned.

· Must pass a drug screening upon hire and annually

· Must pass a CORI background check

Compliance and Reporting:

· Adhere to all company and program policies, procedures, and relevant legal and ethical standards, and ensure timely and accurate reporting as required.

· Understand and strictly adhere to State and Federal HIPPA and PREA guidelines.

· Understand and strictly adhere to mandated reporting guidelines

Knowledge and Skill Requirement:

· High-school diploma

· Previous experience working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system or reentry programs is a plus.

· Knowledge of substance abuse treatment, mental health, and trauma-informed care principles.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Understanding of relevant legal and ethical standards related to client confidentiality and professional conduct.

Competencies

1. Excellent professional boundaries

2. Strong verbal & written communication skills

3. Working knowledge of MS Word & Excel and Electronic Health Records.

Physical demands

1. Must be able to sit or stand for an extended period.

2. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:

Riverbend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20