Recovery Specialist I/II

Sign-On Bonus for Bilingual Applicants

$2,000 in four parts: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 90 days, $500 after 150 days, and $500 after 210 days of employment. The bonus applies to client‑facing positions and is awarded after a successful language test.

Job Title

Recovery Specialist (Over‑night)

Location

Mission Street Recovery Station, San Jose, CA

Employment Type

Overnight shift – Saturday night through Wednesday night, 10:45 pm to 7:15 am. Hourly pay $25.00–$26.00 with a $1.50 shift differential.

About Horizon Services, Inc.

HSI is a nonprofit established in 1974 that offers addiction treatment with a goal of reducing substance‑use related challenges. We support Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) clients in their preferred languages, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity across diverse communities.

How you can make a difference in people’s lives

We are seeking a Recovery Specialist fluent in English and Spanish who is passionate about serving diverse communities, possesses excellent communication skills, and delivers culturally competent services.

Accountabilities

• Monitor and observe Recovery Station client behavior and activity to ensure clients are safe, accounted for, and stable.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multi‑disciplinary team at the Recovery Station.
• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming environment for all clients.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and organization daily.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property safety checks on incoming client property.
• Monitor daily bed roster and census to ensure client accountability with program requirements.
• Assist with meal preparation and distribution daily.
• Run reports from EPIC, Medi‑Cal, and HMIS (MSRS only).
• Communicate daily needs or observational concerns to Health and SUD staff.
• Participate in daily shift‑change activities and report any concerns.
• De‑escalate emotionally unstable client behavior.
• Provide orientation and overview for incoming clients.
• Attend to clients’ needs while maintaining the daily activity schedule.
• Monitor cleanliness and perform required cleanup duties.
• Prepare bed rolls and basic hygienic items for all incoming clients.
• Ensure laundry details are completed.
• Replenish supplies as directed by the Program Manager.
• Provide transportation and emergency response assistance.
• Transport clients to local facilities when needed (Sobering Center only).
• Respond to emergency needs as directed by Health Center staff or Program Manager.
• Assist SUD or Health Center staff with referral and/or transfer (Sobering Center only) to continuing care.

Success Competencies for Position

• Client focus – quickly establish rapport and relationships using evidence‑based practices.
• Problem solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Resilience – rebounds from setbacks in a high‑stress environment and manages crises effectively.
• Interpersonal communication – delivers clear communication with diverse audiences.
• Experience monitoring safety and daily activities.
• Experience observing SUD clients in a residential setting.
• Remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Maintain facility cleanliness using facility standards.

Qualifications

• Clear commitment and demonstrated experience supporting SUD/MH individuals, including crisis stabilization.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Basic academic knowledge of Substance Use.
• Demonstrated competency in using technology.
• May be registered with a state‑certifying SUD body (CCAPP/CADTP/CAADE).
• Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Compensation and Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package for all full‑time and part‑time employees working over 20 hours per week, including:

• Generous medical, dental, Life and LTD coverage for the employee, and 50% coverage for any dependents’ medical and dental plans.
• PTO and holiday pay.
• Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
• Training and CEU opportunities.

Salary

Hourly pay of $25.00–$26.00 based on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.