Recovery Support Spec Prog Mgr / Adolescent Dual

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Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services.

Responsible for the professional development oversight for Recovery Support Specialists (RSS) and provides RSS supervision in accordance with substance use disorder (SUD) waiver requirements at Rushford.

Develops, establishes, and advances standards, workflows, and best practices governing the RSS function across the Behavioral Health Network (BHN), exercising independent judgment to promote consistent practices, professional development, and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Networks with BHN leaders in support of the RSS role and serves as subject matter expert and mediator to strengthen communication and expectations between departmental managers and direct report Recovery Support Specialists to improve patient experience and outcomes.

Independently assess professional development needs and develops, implements and evaluates training strategies for Recovery Support Specialists across the BHN. Provides subject-matter expertise and recommendations to operational leaders regarding selection, performance, development, and RSS practice issues. Manages peer certification compliance requirements and ensures they are met for Recovery Support Specialists.

Serves as a liaison between HHC, the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), and the CT Certification Board to ensure consistent and proper process implementation. Serves as the liaison for the Peer Support Collaborative of Recovery Support Specialists across the HHC Network. Provides group and individual supervision for Recovery Support Specialists at Rushford in accordance with SUD waiver requirements and any other regulatory requirements.

Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health or a related field Master's Degree in Behavioral Health or a related field is preferred 2 years’ experience working in a large matrix organization 2 years' experience working in a healthcare environment 1 year of supervisory experience in any field Peer Support & Recovery Professional Certification Knowledge of peer support principles, recovery-oriented practice, and the role of Recovery Support Specialists within behavioral health services Knowledge of state requirements for CPRSP certification and ability to monitor ongoing compliance with credentialing expectations Knowledge of onboarding, training, and professional development practices for staff in peer support or related behavioral health roles Knowledge of supervision requirements related to SUD waiver services and ability to provide oversight in accordance with regulatory expectations Skill in coaching, mentoring, and developing staff while reinforcing role clarity, accountability, and professional growth Skill in collaborating with primary managers, program leadership, and cross-functional partners on hiring, performance-related matters, and workforce development As a Hartford HealthCare entity, Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of: Medical and dental benefits 401(k) plan with employer match Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.

Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters.

And this is your moment .