How to hire a recovery operator helper

How to hire a recovery operator helper, step by step

Here's a step-by-step recovery operator helper hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a recovery operator helper job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new recovery operator helper
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your recovery operator helper job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a recovery operator helper for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a recovery operator helper to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a recovery operator helper that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of recovery operators helper.

   Type of Recovery Operator Helper	Description	Hourly rate
   Recovery Operator Helper		$12-21
   Labour Worker	A labour worker is responsible for performing high-quality operations, depending on the chosen industry. In most cases, construction businesses employ labor workers to do physical tasks that involve utilizing machinery, carrying materials, inspecting sites, analyzing blueprints and plan specifications, and ensuring the structures' safety and security... Show more	$11-18
   Production Line Worker	A production worker is responsible for operating equipment and machinery to support the production process with the highest efficiency and maximum operational performance. Production workers regularly inspect the condition of the machinery, reporting any defects and malfunctions which affect the production process for immediate repairs or replacement... Show more	$11-16

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service

   Responsibilities:

   • Use calipers to get a precise measurement on various metal parts.
   • Maintain locomotives to operating capacity.
   • Replace or repair windows, doors, floors and seats on wheel vehicles.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your recovery operator helper job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A recovery operator helper salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, recovery operators helper' average salary in new mexico is 41% less than in north dakota.
   • Seniority. Entry-level recovery operators helper earn 41% less than senior-level recovery operators helper.
   • Certifications. A recovery operator helper with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a recovery operator helper's salary.

   Average recovery operator helper salary

   $16.52hourly

   $34,357 yearly

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   Entry-level recovery operator helper salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 24, 2026

4. Writing a recovery operator helper job description

   A recovery operator helper job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a recovery operator helper job description:

   Recovery operator helper job description example

   Monitors and observes consumers in an inpatient setting. Provides coaching services aimed at helping people with substance use, mental health, and other disorders to initiate and sustain their recovery journey.
   ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
   
   Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
   
   * Assists counselors and medical team with intake process. Orients consumer as to behavioral expectations and emotional preparation.
   * Communicates with consumers and provides emotional support.
   * Assists medical team in assessing physical wellness. Assists counseling team by providing feedback related to consumer emotional wellness.
   * Providse Motivational Interviewing and recovery engagement strategies with consumers.
   * Case management and consultation with Haven for Hope, Prospects Courtyard, and Restoration programs to ensure smooth communication and transitions of consumers between programs.
   * Performs housekeeping and other tasks, promoting positive environment for consumer participation.
   * Performs tasks in support of medical team to assist in monitoring consumer physical well-being through recovery process.
   * Monitors and orders supplies needed for consumer basic needs while in unit.
   * Performs other related duties as required.
   
   MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
   
   Education and Experience
   
   * High School diploma or equivalency
   * One (1) year experience with substance abuse, mental health, homelessness, or mental retardation services.
   * If in recovery, must have at least one (1) year of sobriety and active in recovery program.
   
   Licenses or Certifications
   
   * None
   
   Other Requirements
   
   * Must maintain a valid driver's license and automobile insurance coverage, be able to travel as needed, and be able to meet on a consistent basis the driving record requirements of the Company's auto insurance carrier if you drive your vehicle during company business
   * Must maintain required credentials and mandatory training requirements to ensure compliance with all State regulations and CHCS policies
   * Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete SAMA and CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.
   
   COVID-19 Mandate Requirements
   
   Unvaccinated Staff options:
   
   a. Get Vaccinated per the CMS Mandate.
   
   b. Have a medical/religious exemption. Unvaccinated staff will need to test once a week at the employees own time/expense and must wear enhanced PPE to include an N95 face mask and a face shield.
   
   c. Consumer facing staff DO NOT have the option to be unvaccinated without an exemption.
   
   d. If the position is not consumer facing, staff members may continue to be unvaccinated, without an exemption and test once a week at the employee's own time/expense and must wear enhanced PPE to include an N95 face mask and a face shield.
   
   Vaccinated Staff options:
   
   a. For employees who are vaccinated and consumer facing, we are continuing to require wearing an N95 mask.
   
   b. For all other vaccinated employees, we are requiring a cloth, surgical or N95 mask be worn in all shared spaces.
   
   c. Vaccinated employees may only go unmasked if in a single occupancy office.
   
   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
   
   * Bilingual (English/Spanish)
   
   SUPERVISION
   
   * Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.
   
   COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
   
   Knowledge of:
   
   * Addiction and recovery models
   * Applicable software applications
   * Inventory practices
   * Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
   * Vital ranges and dangerous alcohol levels or substance abuse
   
   Skilled in:
   
   * Conflict resolution
   * Counseling
   * Organization and time management
   * Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
   * Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
   
   Ability to:
   
   * Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
   * Assist in providing minor medical aid
   * Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
   * Establish and maintain effective working relationships
   * Maintain accurate and complete records
   * Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
   * Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
   * Summarize events and report observations
   * Understand and carry out oral and written directions
   
   PHYSICAL DEMANDS
   
   The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
   
   * Must be able to meet the physical requirements to complete SAMA and CPR training including lifting up to 12 lbs. and supporting up to 55 lbs.; bending, stooping and getting on and off the floor without assistance.
   * Must have adequate mobility that requires frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching (vertical and horizontal), using fingers, hands, feet, legs and torso in various care. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
   * The employee must be able to occasionally transfer a consumer.
   
   Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm
   
   Code : 4772-1
   
   HOURLY RATE RANGE: $16.00-$19.20

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5. Post your job

   To find the right recovery operator helper for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with recovery operators helper they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit recovery operators helper who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your recovery operator helper job on Zippia to find and recruit recovery operator helper candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit recovery operators helper, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new recovery operator helper

   Once you've selected the best recovery operator helper candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new recovery operator helper. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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