Recovery Specialist

Come join YSS as a Recovery Specialist on our Ember Recovery Campus in Cambridge. In this role, you'll be a consistent source of encouragement, structure, and support for youth in residential addiction treatment. Through positive relationships, skill-building, and everyday interactions, you'll help residents build the confidence and life skills they need to succeed in recovery.

Working on a rotating on-duty/off-duty schedule, you'll create a safe, welcoming home environment while facilitating groups, coaching healthy habits, supporting treatment goals, and helping youth navigate the challenges—and victories—of daily life. While this isn't a therapy role, your guidance and mentorship will have a lasting impact on each resident's recovery journey.

What You'll Do...Build supportive relationships that foster trust, growth, and accountability.

Facilitate engaging life skills and recovery-focused groups.

Coach youth as they work toward treatment goals and greater independence.

Create a safe, structured, and welcoming home environment.

Supervise daily routines, activities, and community living.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility.

Transport residents to appointments, work, school, and community activities.

Respond calmly to crises and participate in an on-call rotation.

Supervise volunteers and substitute staff while on duty.

Document participant progress and communicate with the treatment team.

This is not a complete list of the responsibilities of this position. Duties may change at any time.

Who You Are...You're part coach, part cheerleader, and part problem-solver. You enjoy building relationships, creating structure, and helping youth discover their strengths as they work toward healthier, more independent futures.

What We Provide...We invest in people—because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve. At YSS, you’ll find meaningful work, strong support, and benefits designed for real life.

Supportive Culture & Work Environment Supportive leadership team and mission-driven culture

Flexibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees

Health & Wellness Benefits Comprehensive health insurance

Voluntary dental and vision insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

Supplemental accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA) options

Flu shots and mental health support resources

Paid membership to the Athletic Club of Ames Time Off & Work-Life Balance Generous paid time off (4 weeks PTO)
Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday

Volunteer time off Financial & Retirement Benefits Competitive salary

Supplemental compensation award
403(b) retirement savings plan Professional & Career Support Professional liability insurance coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer

We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this, we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values
- Commitment, Collaboration, Compassion, Innovation, Integrity, and a “Can Do” Spirit.

Required Qualifications - MUST HAVES:

High school diploma or equivalent.

One year of experience in human services, behavioral health, youth services, or a related field.

Minimum of two years of current, continuous sobriety.

Flexibility to participate in an on-call rotation and assist with shift coverage as needed.

Ability to build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

Ability to support youth through challenges with patience, consistency, and compassion.

You’ll be driving a YSS vehicle, so we need you to:

Be at least 21

Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

Carry insurance that meets YSS standards

Preferred Qualifications …