Recovery Support Specialist

Recovery Support Specialist
Renewal Falls Recovery Center
Location: Cedar Falls, Iowa
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hourly
Schedule: Day, and Night Shift Opportunities Available
JOIN A MISSION THAT CHANGES LIVES!
At Renewal Falls Recovery Center, we believe recovery is possible — and that the right team can help change the trajectory of a person’s life.
We are seeking compassionate, dependable Recovery Support Specialists to join our residential behavioral health team in Cedar Falls. BHTs are an essential part of the treatment environment, providing day-to-day support, supervision, encouragement, and structure to individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
This is more than a monitoring role. You will help create the safe, respectful, recovery-focused environment that allows people to begin rebuilding their lives.
About Us
Renewal Falls Recovery Center provides person-centered behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment in a structured residential setting.
Our approach emphasizes:
Compassionate, trauma-informed care
Safety and accountability
Individualized treatment
Multiple pathways to recovery
Strong professional boundaries
Team-based, interdisciplinary care
Respect for every individual we serve
Why You Should Join Us
You will join a growing organization committed to expanding access to high-quality behavioral health and addiction treatment.
We offer:
Meaningful work with a direct impact on patients and families
A supportive, mission-driven team environment
Structured onboarding and training
Opportunities for professional growth
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
Company-paid life insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities to build a career in behavioral health and addiction treatment
What You’ll Do
As a Recovery Support Specialist, you will work closely with clinical, medical, and recovery-support staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic residential environment.
Responsibilities include:
Provide direct supervision, support, and encouragement to patients throughout the treatment day.
Maintain a safe, structured, respectful, and recovery-focused environment.
Conduct required patient observations and safety rounds accurately and on schedule.
Document observations, patient behaviors, incidents, and other required information accurately and timely.
Assist patients with daily routines, schedules, activities, meals, and program expectations.
Support patient participation in treatment programming, recovery activities, and community meetings.
Reinforce healthy coping skills, personal responsibility, appropriate boundaries, and recovery-oriented behaviors.
Recognize changes in patient behavior, mood, physical condition, or safety risk and promptly communicate concerns to appropriate clinical or medical staff.
Assist with admissions, discharges, room assignments, patient belongings, and orientation to the facility as assigned.
Complete searches, safety checks, and other monitoring activities in accordance with facility policy.
Support de-escalation and crisis-prevention efforts using approved techniques.
Respond appropriately during medical, behavioral, or facility emergencies.
Maintain professional boundaries with current and former patients at all times.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and organizational policy.
Participate in shift reports, team meetings, training, and competency requirements.
Maintain accurate communication with incoming and outgoing staff to promote continuity of care.
Assist with maintaining clean, organized, and safe patient areas.
Follow all facility policies, procedures, infection-control practices, safety requirements, and standards of conduct.
Perform other duties as assigned to support patient care and facility operations.
Who You Are
The strongest candidates are compassionate people who can balance empathy with accountability.
You are someone who:
Treats individuals with dignity and respect
Remains calm during stressful or emotionally charged situations
Understands the importance of consistency and professional boundaries
Communicates clearly and works well as part of a multidisciplinary team
Can redirect behavior respectfully and appropriately
Takes patient safety seriously
Understands that accurate documentation and observations are essential components of care
Believes individuals can recover and build meaningful lives
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required.
Previous experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, healthcare, human services, residential care, corrections, recovery support, or a related field preferred.
Experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders or mental health conditions strongly preferred.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Ability to complete required training, competency assessments, CPR/First Aid, crisis-prevention training, and other facility-required education.
Ability to successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.
Valid driver's license may be required depending on assigned duties.
Must demonstrate dependable attendance, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively in a 24/7 residential treatment environment.
Preferred: Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Work Conditions & Physical Requirements
This position works in a residential behavioral health treatment environment and involves regular interaction with patients who may be experiencing emotional distress, behavioral health symptoms, withdrawal-related concerns, or other challenges associated with early rec

Employment type
Full-Time/Hourly

Work arrangement
No