Provide guidance, oversight, and hands-on support to women in a structured recovery home for substance use and co-occurring disorders. Responsibilities include medication oversight, facilitating recovery groups, and ensuring a safe, trauma-informed environment.
Join GAAMHA as a Recovery Specialist at Sunrise Ridge
Sunrise Ridge – A Co-Occurring Enhanced Recovery Home for Women Are you passionate about helping women in recovery build strong, stable futures? GAAMHA, a nonprofit organization, is looking for a dedicated Recovery Specialist (RS) to support residents at Sunrise Ridge, a structured, trauma-informed recovery home designed for women with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders—including specialized services for pregnant and postpartum women.
In this role, you’ll provide guidance, oversight, and hands-on support to residents as they navigate their recovery journey. You’ll ensure a safe, structured, and supportive environment where women can work toward self-sufficiency while developing essential life skills.
Why Choose GAAMHA? At GAAMHA, we believe in second chances, personal empowerment, and community-driven recovery. As a Recovery Specialist, you’ll be part of a team that provides compassionate, evidence-based support to women working toward a brighter future.
A Mentor & Supporter As a Recovery Specialist, you’ll play a key role in daily program operations, offering encouragement, support, and accountability to residents as they work through their individualized recovery plans.
Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about helping women achieve lasting recovery and independence, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team that believes in hope, healing, and new beginnings.
Candidates should have experience in residential treatment or behavioral health and a valid driver's license. Those with lived experience in recovery must have at least one year of continuous sobriety and pass necessary background checks.
Market context
Massachusetts recovery specialist roles are often tied to residential treatment and behavioral health settings, where third-shift coverage helps maintain consistent support overnight. These positions can be competitive because employers look for experience in care settings, a valid driver’s license, and, for candidates with lived recovery experience, at least one year of continuous sobriety plus required background checks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying, and be ready to highlight relevant overnight or residential care experience.
