Recovery Support Specialist (RSS) (FT, PT, Pool/PRN)

Responsibilities

• Acts as an active facilitator (or co-facilitator) in groups and individual recovery. Serves as an individual advocate and support resource throughout the treatment process.
• Works to lessen the instance of seclusion (if applicable) and restraint by building therapeutic alliance and exercising trauma informed care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of community resources to help meet individual's unique recovery needs. Implements knowledge of multiple paths of recovery and promotes them equally.
• Works cohesively with multi-discipline team through all aspects of individual's treatment and recovery.
• Documents all encounters with individuals in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Encourages and supports from a place and understanding and willing to use appropriate self-disclosure.
• Assist the transport team with patient transportation, ensuring safety and support during transit as needed.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) certification required
• Registered with Washington State Care Authority
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch restraint techniques
• Individuals with lived experience in behavioral health recovery or the parent or guardian of a child with lived experience with behavioral health services and 18 years or older and i n behavioral health recovery for a least one (1) year
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company's exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• Complete all credentialing requirements within the required time period, including but not limited to obtaining a National Provider Identifier (NPI), Medallion enrollment, Medicare enrollment, and any other necessary credentials as required for the role
• Must be able to obtain a Food Handlers Card for the State of Washington (BHS/RSS positions)
• Physical Requirements
• Safely perform physical interventions (e.g., standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person's weight)
• Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast-paced environment
• Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation, aggression, or unpredictable behavior
• It would be great if you had:
• CPS (Certified Peer Support) Certification (will be required 07/2026).
• Three years or more of personal recovery desired.
• B ehavioral H ealth/Substance Use Treatment or GMH Recovery experience.
• Completion of Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) CPC 40-hour training and exam
• Completion of specialized peer certifications (WHAM, ASIST, e tc. )
• Knowledge of e vidence-based /person-centered skillsets , such as Motivational Interviewing , Trauma Informed Care , Verbal De-esc

Benefits

Additional Information

We're not just behavioral health people-we're crisis people. Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we've delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support. Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth. We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference. ****THIS POSITION REQUIRES a Certified Peer Counselor (CPC) certification**** Earn More with Shift Differentials Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay: +$2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights +$3/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights +$2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

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