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Recovery Support Specialist II

Job Number: 2026-50265

Category: Research

Location: Worcester, MA

Shift: Day

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School

Department: School - Health Systems Sciences - W710046

Job Type: Full-Time

Union Code: Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional

Num. Openings: 1

Post Date: July 1, 2026

Work Location: Hybrid

Salary Minimum: USD $48,000.00/Yr.

Salary Maximum: USD $58,000.00/Yr.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Recovery Support Specialist II provides peer recovery support services to patients with substance use disorder (SUD) and will assist patients in achieving sustained recovery as well as functional supervision to those in the Recovery Support Specialist I position. Facilitates patient access to recovery oriented substance use disorder treatment, resources, and community recovery groups. Bridges the segregated treatment system into a more holistic care model through providing support across multiple systems of care. Support research project aims and reinforce goals through interactions with participants and staff. Maintain ongoing patient support regardless of client relapse and will serve as a motivator, ally, role model, problem-solver, and advocate for patients with substance use disorders. Possesses thorough understanding of community culture to address the barriers to successful recovery, better tailor health messages, build network of partnerships, and provide links to community resources and treatment options.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide functional supervision of daily activities of Recovery Support Specialist I. Provide input to Program Director on probationary and annual performance evaluations as well as disciplinary actions as needed
• Assist Program Director with interviewing, hiring, and training new Recovery Support Specialist I employees
• Establish and maintain a network of community partnerships to connect with eligible participants and to sustain connections with community resources for participants
• Serve on advisory boards to inform and strengthen recruitment goals and overall aims of the research project
• Support research through strong connections with participants and employees to facilitate efficient screening procedures and timely follow-up data collection
• Serves as a liaison between the recovery community, the addiction treatment system, the medical treatment system, and the patients community, family, and social context to facilitate connections across systems of care.
• Engages with patients identified with SUD referred by UMMS.
• Meets with patients with SUD prior to discharge and facilitate patient access to next stage of treatment. Conducts initial needs assessment, reviews the patients SUD history, and identifies the patients goals and expectations together with clinical staff, facilitate referrals to appropriate disposition options for individual patients.
• Works collaboratively with treatment team to implement evidence-based services to patients with SUD.
• Helps patient navigate the healthcare system and social service system; accompany patients to appointments and meetings as needed.
• Provides transportation to clients to attend meetings and appointments as needed.
• Educates patients about addiction and utilize motivational enhancement techniques to explore ambiguity and tip the scales towards treatment.
• Provides peer counseling and support patients in establishing treatment goals and achieving and maintaining recovery.
• Addresses barriers to successful recovery and serves as role model and advocate.
• Conducts active outreach efforts to encourage attendance and participation in recovery-oriented, self-help, and pro-social groups.
• Assists with access to treatment for SUD and co-occurring conditions, creating systems and procedures to rapidly identify treatment needs and determine appropriate level of care.
• Assists with data collection for quality assurance and program evaluation
• Develops a relapse prevention/intervention plan with patients and care team.
• Monitors patients progress and evaluate outcome, using a patient tracking system.
• Clearly and effectively facilitates communication between the patient, PCP, consulting psychiatrist, and any external providers maintaining appropriate confidentiality procedures and boundaries.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records and standardized data on all patients. Systematically reviews the caseload with the supervisor each week, focusing on new patients and patients who are having difficulties

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Certification as a Recovery Coach or Peer Specialist.
• Minimum of 6 years in sustained recovery.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid understanding of the Internet and Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Reliable transportation and comprehensive insurance coverage.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, networking, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, physicians, social workers, research assistants, and nurses.
• Strong advocacy skills along with knowledge of community-based services, resources, and local recovery community.
• Comfort with multiple pathways to recovery from SUD and willingness to embrace a patient-centered approach that recognizes an individuals preferences and autonomy ("recovery by any means necessary").
• Comfort in working in both medical and social service settings.
• Clinical skills in motivational enhancement strategies.
• Ability to provide accurate feedback to participants and employees without judgment or discomfort.
• Flexibility to adapt to unforeseen needs or circumstances.
• Excels at problem solving and multi-tasking, organized, efficient and goal directed. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients/families and staff.
• Ability to handle confidential information.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior leadership experience preferred

Posting Disclaimer:

This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

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