Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from A Safe Haven
Job overview
The Recovery Specialist role at A Safe Haven focuses on providing recovery-oriented support to clients, ensuring adherence to program procedures, and promoting client well-being within the organization.
Responsibilities and impact
The Recovery Specialist monitors clients, supports their recovery through relationship building, assists with onboarding, manages medication and drug screenings, maintains documentation and logs, ensures compliance with program protocols, and uses de-escalation techniques to handle client issues.
Experience and skills
Applicants should have knowledge of services for clients with housing insecurity, addiction, trauma, and criminal justice involvement, be comfortable with Microsoft Office and health databases, maintain professionalism under stress, communicate clearly in writing, and be able to work independently and handle physical demands.
Company overview
A Safe Haven is a Chicago-based social enterprise dedicated to addressing homelessness and poverty through comprehensive support services and housing solutions. The organization operates transitional housing facilities, workforce development programs, and social businesses, generating revenue through government contracts, private donations, and its social enterprises. Founded in 1994 by Neli and Brian Rowland, it focuses on sustainable approaches to help individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency. Their integrated model combines housing, job training, and supportive services, making them a leader in tackling systemic homelessness and poverty.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in client support, especially with populations facing housing insecurity, substance addiction, and trauma, as these are central to the Recovery Specialist role at A Safe Haven.
Emphasize skills in monitoring client well-being, administering medication, documenting case notes, and using Microsoft Office and health databases, reflecting the job’s administrative and client-facing duties.
Apply through multiple channels including A Safe Haven’s corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this position.
Connect with current employees in the recovery or client services division on LinkedIn to inquire about the role; use ice breakers like commenting on their recent work supporting vulnerable populations or asking about the team culture at A Safe Haven.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'client support,' 'case notes,' 'medication administration,' 'de-escalation techniques,' and 'HIPAA compliance' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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