Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist
ABOUT US:
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.
THE POSITION:
We are currently recruiting a passionate and bilingual Recovery Support Specialist to join our team within Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS) in Bridgeport.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
- SCHEDULE: Part-Time (32 Hour), Monday - Thursday, First Shift (8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.)
- FACILITY: Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System (SWCMHS)
- DIVISION: Recovery Support Unit
- ADDRESS: 1635 Central Ave, Bridgeport
- PCN: 106360
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
- Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
- The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- A healthy work/life balance!
*Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions.
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:
- Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;
- Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;
- Assist our clients so they can achieve success;
- Make a difference in the public sector; and
- Work together in a collaborative team environment.
OUR MISSION:
The vision of the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System is to provide high quality, compassionate and culturally competent mental health and substance abuse services to adults with behavioral health disorders who are indigent.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
In this role as a Bilingual Recovery Support Specialist, you will support individuals so that they can achieve individualized goals for successful community living. Other roles include sharing life experiences and recovery management techniques in the person's native language to engage, motivate, educate and mentor clients in achieving success.
Please note:
- A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.
- All state employees must adhere to Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.
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