Charleston County Government Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Location: Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Categories: Public Health, Sanitation and Solid Waste
Job Type: Full Time
Posted: Jun 19, 2026
Job Description:
Recovery Assistant Coordinator II - 6/18/2026
Description
Description
This position manages a team of Recovery Assistants (RA’s) in a residential substance use treatment setting. The work schedule is typically 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday, though other hours will be required as needed to meet staff training, supervision, and coverage purposes.
STARTING HOURLY: $19.34
Continuation of employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding from service, program and agency earnings.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
Providing leadership to the RA team;
Developing RA work schedules that ensure appropriate coverage;
Ensuring adherence to agency, DPH, and accreditation standards as they relate to health and safety in the residential environment;
On-Call responsibilities;
Essential employee during emergency and natural disaster situations;
Training new staff;
Various human resources functions (appraisals, disciplinary actions, supervision, hiring, etc.);
Ensuring collaborative cooperation with the Clinical and Medical staff;
Ensuring all required inspections (vehicles, rooms, belongings, etc.) are completed in accordance with applicable standards and protocols;
Ensuring all new clients are oriented to the program;
Timely ordering of various items (linens, food, etc.);
Providing excellent customer service.
RA duties as necessary;
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED;
Will be expected to obtain and maintain CPR certification;
A valid SC Driver’s license;
Copy of SC DMV 10 year driving record that includes no suspensions during that time;
Basic computer skills;
Must obtain a Substance Abuse Specialist (SAS) certification within 3 years of hire;
Current SAS and/or experience working in a residential treatment setting preferred as is previous experience in a leadership position.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Optional Life and Disability Insurance
Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
Annual and Sick Leave
Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
Optional Deferred Compensation Program
Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training