Recovery Support Specialist; Site

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Full Time Washington, DC, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary: $32,000.00 Annually

Location:

Washington, D.C.

Employment Type:

W2 Full-time

Reports To:

Program Director

Who We Are

Every day, our mission comes alive through the work of professionals like you - individuals who believe in the power of empathy, recovery, and human connection. We serve over 1,500 clients across two states , with an ambitious goal of reaching 10,000 lives across five states within the next few years.

Our purpose is clear: restore hope and healing to individuals and communities through integrated, person-centered behavioral health care.

At PHRI, we believe that true recovery happens when people are met where they are - not just clinically, but humanly. That's why our Recovery Support Specialists are the heart of our mission. They walk beside clients, listen without judgment, and light the path toward independence and renewed purpose.

As a Recovery Support Specialist , you are not just part of a team - you are part of someone's journey back to self-reliance, health, and hope.

This role is for those who see potential where others see obstacles, who believe that healing begins with trust, and who understand that small victories lead to life-changing transformations.

You’ll work closely with clients in our Substance Use Disorder (SUD) programs, empowering them to rebuild their lives through skill development, emotional support, and access to essential community resources. Your role bridges care and community - ensuring no one faces recovery alone.

This is more than a job - it’s a chance to be a catalyst for change in people’s lives and the neighborhoods we serve.

Every action you take as a Recovery Support Specialist matters - because behind every client, there's a story waiting for a new chapter of hope.

• Guide with empathy:
  Help clients define their recovery goals and create individualized recovery plans that reflect their strengths and aspirations.
• Empower independence:
  Teach vital life skills - from symptom recognition and coping strategies to daily living, transportation, and interpersonal communication.
• Be the bridge:
  Connect clients to community resources like housing, employment, self-help groups (AA, NA), and recreational programs that strengthen recovery.
• Support through crisis:
  Provide compassionate assistance and intervention during challenging moments, ensuring clients feel safe and supported.
• Advocate fiercely:
  Help clients access benefits and entitlements such as SSI, Medicaid, housing vouchers, and other essential programs.
• Champion family and community engagement:
  Offer education and guidance to families, helping them support their loved one's recovery journey.
• Collaborate closely:
  Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, coordinate care, and maintain consistent communication with partner agencies.
• Document with purpose:
  Keep accurate progress notes and updates within established timelines - ensuring that every success and challenge is captured meaningfully.
• Support whole-person wellness:
  Facilitate access to HIV testing, infectious disease referrals and follow-up care as needed.
• Be present, every step:
  Accompany clients to appointments and encourage consistency in treatment and celebrate every milestone of progress.

You bring more than skills - you bring heart, resilience, and a deep understanding that recovery is not a straight path, but a journey that requires patience, encouragement, and unwavering belief in human potential.

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