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Salary Range:
$26,000 - $27,500 Job Summary
The SOS/Detox Associate provides 24-hour center coverage within a Peer-Led, Peer-Driven Social Model Program by monitoring the SOS and MT dorm areas. This position serves as after-hours staff coverage and plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, structured, and recovery-focused residential environment. The SOS/Detox Associate collaborates with program staff in client consultation and program development and provides mentoring, feedback, and recovery-based education to clients in coordination with the management team.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide continuous monitoring and supervision of SOS and MT dorm areas
Ensure client safety and adherence to program guidelines
Serve as after-hours staff coverage for the residential program
Provide peer support, mentoring, and recovery-based guidance
Collaborate with management and clinical staff regarding client progress and concerns
Assist in program development and implementation as assigned
Model appropriate recovery behaviors and professional conduct
Performance Expectations
The SOS/Detox Associate will consistently demonstrate competency in the knowledge, skills, and attitudes outlined in Addiction Counseling Competencies: The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes of Professional Practice, including: Ethical and professional behavior
Effective communication and documentation
Cultural competence and inclusivity
Crisis awareness and appropriate response
Team collaboration
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
College degree preferred
Ability to obtain and maintain: First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
Food Handler's Permit
Recovery Dynamics Certification Experience &
Skill Requirements:
Ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and racial/ethnic identities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to maintain professional boundaries in a peer-based recovery setting
If in recovery, must have maintained a minimum of two (2) years of continuous sobriety
Work Schedule Full-Time:40 hours per week This is a full time position
