Recovery Support Professional

Lutheran Social Services is seeking a compassionate Recovery Support Professional to empower adults facing behavioral health and housing challenges. In this role, you will provide person-centered, recovery-focused support through coaching, skill-building, and advocacy. You will help clients develop independent living skills, connect to community resources, and follow individualized service plans. Working within a mission-driven, faith-based, and client-centered team, you will collaborate with clinicians and case managers, maintain accurate documentation, and support crisis and safety plans. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact while growing professionally in a supportive, values-based nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

Provide direct recovery-oriented support to clients in behavioral health and housing programs

Coach clients in developing coping skills, independent living skills, and wellness plans

Support clients in accessing community resources, benefits, and supportive services

Document services, progress notes, and critical incidents accurately and timely in accordance with agency standards

Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, and community partners to coordinate care

Model hope, self-advocacy, and empowerment consistent with recovery principles

Assist with group activities, psychoeducation, and peer support sessions as appropriate

Ensure client safety, follow crisis and de-escalation protocols, and report concerns promptly

Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training to maintain best practices

Uphold LSS mission, values, confidentiality, and professional and ethical standards

Required Skills

Recovery-oriented practice

Behavioral health support

Motivational interviewing

Documentation and recordkeeping

Crisis intervention and de-escalation

Case management support

Community resource navigation

Group facilitation support

Basic computer and EHR use

Cultural humility and trauma-informed care

Permanent