Recovery Specialist (part-time)

Location: Methuen, MA. Adolescent Male Program.

The Breakwater Program is a long-term treatment program for adolescent males referred by the Department of Children and Families. As a therapeutic community, we use trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, family support, and recovery-based approaches to substance abuse treatment. Our goal is to help youth build pro-social skills, support their recovery, and work toward a stable, productive future. Recovery Specialists play a key role in guiding and supporting youth through this process.

Schedule: Part-Time (16 hour). Weekend 2nd Shift Team Member. Saturdays & Sundays, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Pay rate: $19.00-$20.00/hour

The Juvenile Corrections Officer or "Recovery Specialist I" is responsible for:

• Ensuring residents are provided with a safe and secure environment by following the policies and procedures of the program and demonstrating a positive, responsible, and respectful presence on the unit.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience working with at-risk adolescent males.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients and staff required
• Demonstrated qualities that evidence maturity, effective communication, listening and problem-solving skills.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.