OPENING DATE: March 03, 2023

CLOSING DATE: March 17, 2023

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: This position is a re-advertisement, therefore, the applicants that previously are not required to re-apply.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Recovery Support Specialist - Operation Over Opioids -Full-Time will be responsible for providing recovery support to individuals and families who have been diagnosed with Alcohol Use Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, and/or Co-Occurring Disorder(s). This is a grant project funded through SAMHSA and the Project Director will be responsible for strict adherence to all federal funding requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide care, support, and guidance to individuals and families recovering from, and who have been affected by, Alcohol Use Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Opioid Use Disorder, and/or Co-Occurring Disorder(s).
• Perform a number of client related responsibilities to include conducting assessments, leading group sessions, talking circles, recovery support groups, and facilitating interventions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of pro-social and family engagement activities.
• Guide and assist program participants in developing life skills.
• Transport participants and families to scheduled activities, appointments, etc.
• Serve as an advocate for program participants within the community.
• Maintain a calm, non-defensive, supportive, attitude towards all participants and staff.
• Meet emergency and crisis demands and a calm, competent, and timely manner.
• Act as a positive role model and mentor for participants, staff, and community members.
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Will be required to work collaboratively with all other Prevention & Recovery programs and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: The Recovery Support Specialist - Operation Over Opioids will report to the Grants Activities Supervisor. This position does not hold supervisory authority.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Vision and hearing in the normal range, with or without correction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Majority of the work will be performed in the Residential Treatment Center office setting with occasional outreach activities and community events. This facility requires coverage 24-hours, 7-days per week. Hours worked may include evenings, holidays, weekends, and overtime. Hours may vary based on facility needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years if age.
• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs and standard office environment.
• Must display quality writing ability and communication skills.
• Experience working with Indian Tribes or organizations preferred.
• Experience/knowledge of 12-step and similar recovery programming.
• Will be required to obtain First Aid and CPR training (employer will provide training).
• Must possess a valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be insurable under the Comanche Nation's Motor Vehicle policy.
• Must be willing to submit to and pass drug testing; employment will be contingent upon successful completion.
• Must be willing to submit to a background check.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Annual Leave (4 hours per pay period)
• Sick Leave (4 hours per pay period)
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave (3 paid days off for specified family members)
• Fifteen (15) Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only)
• Dental Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only)
• Life Insurance (100% employer paid for employee only- $40K coverage)
• 401K-up to 3% match

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS (100% employee paid via payroll deduction):

• Medical Insurance BCBS (Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
• Dental Insurance Delta Dental (Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
• Vision Insurance VSP (Employee, Spouse, Child(ren), and Family coverage available)
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Additional Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• AFLAC

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Comanche Nation does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

COMANCHE PREFERENCE applies in accordance to the Comanche Nation Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Eligible applicants must submit proof of enrollment with employment application to receive Comanche preference.

INDIAN PREFERENCE applies in accordance with Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472), Form 4432 must be submitted with employment application to receive Indian Preference. Non-Indian applications will be considered in the absence of qualified Comanche and/or Indian preference applicants.

VACCINE MANDATE: Per CBC Resolution 150-2021 Effective January 4, 2022 employees must be fully vaccinated by receiving one (1) dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two (2) doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. Religious and Medical exemptions may be requested and will be reviewed for determination.