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Recovery Support Specialist

Salem, NH · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

The Recovery Support Specialist is responsible for daily observations of each assigned patient and the completion of all daily notes into the patient's EMR. Recovery Support Specialist help guide the ...

Recovery Agent

Modesto, CA · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

About Paramount Recovery Services Inc. Paramount is the leading direct asset resolution company in America. Powered by state-of-the-art LPR technology, we value the smooth transition of assets, no ...

Recovery Advocate - PT

Dallas, TX

$16 - $19.75/hr

About Nexus Family Recovery Center Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit dedicated to helping women and families heal from substance use disorder. We provide a comprehensive ...

Recovery Agent

Signal Hill, CA · On-site

$45K - $100K/yr

About Paramount Recovery Services Inc. Paramount is the leading direct asset resolution company in America. Powered by state-of-the-art LPR technology, we value the smooth transition of assets, no ...

Recovery Advocate - PT

Dallas, TX

$16 - $19.75/hr

About Nexus Family Recovery Center Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit dedicated to helping women and families heal from substance use disorder. We provide a comprehensive ...

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How much do recovery collector jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for recovery collector in the United States is $17.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a recovery collector?

Recovery Collectors are professionals responsible for contacting individuals or businesses to recover overdue payments on accounts or loans. Their main duties include negotiating repayment plans, informing debtors of their outstanding balances, and maintaining records of collection activities. They often work for collection agencies, banks, or other financial institutions, and must follow legal and ethical guidelines while handling sensitive financial information. Recovery Collectors play a key role in helping organizations minimize financial losses due to unpaid debts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recovery collector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Recovery Collector, you need a solid understanding of debt collection laws, negotiation techniques, and account management, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with collections software, CRM systems, and skip-tracing tools is typically required. Strong communication, persistence, and problem-solving skills help build rapport with debtors and resolve payment issues effectively. These abilities ensure the successful recovery of outstanding debts while maintaining compliance and positive customer relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by recovery collectors, and how can they be effectively managed?

Recovery Collectors frequently encounter challenges such as unresponsive debtors, high call volumes, and the need to balance assertiveness with empathy. Building strong communication skills and staying organized are key to overcoming these obstacles. Many organizations provide regular training and support, encouraging collectors to use negotiation techniques and digital tools that streamline their workflow. Collaborating with team members and supervisors also helps in sharing strategies and maintaining motivation, especially when dealing with difficult cases.

What is the difference between Recovery Collector vs Debt Collector?

AspectRecovery CollectorDebt Collector
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; sometimes relevant certificationsHigh school diploma; often similar certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, field visits, call centersCall centers, office, field visits
Industry UsageFinancial institutions, collection agenciesDebt collection agencies, financial services
Job FocusRecovering overdue accounts, negotiating paymentsCollecting unpaid debts, contacting debtors

Recovery Collectors and Debt Collectors share similar roles in recovering overdue payments, often working in similar environments and requiring comparable credentials. Recovery Collectors may focus more on negotiating and recovering specific accounts, while Debt Collectors generally handle a broader range of unpaid debts. Both roles are essential in the debt recovery industry and often overlap in daily tasks and employer usage.

Who are the top companies hiring for Recovery Collector jobs?

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Recovery Support Specialist

Granite Recovery Centers

Salem, NH

$16 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Full Time – Recovery Support Specialist

This position provides support to patients of Residential Treatment Facilities throughout their treatment. The Recovery Support Specialist is responsible for daily observations of each assigned patient and the completion of all daily notes into the patient’s EMR. Recovery Support Specialist help guide the patient in appropriate behaviors. They encourage patients to attend all groups, medical appointments, and clinical appointments.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain complete hourly (or specialized) observation checks on a patient assigned to the Recovery Support Specialist. Must ensure proper location number is recorded in the proper time slot.
  • Responsible for completing EMR notes during the proper shift location. This should be completed in a clear and timely manner.
  • Recovery Support Specialist will not be pulled from their assigned patient unless absolutely necessary.
  • Ensure patients are acting appropriately and respectfully during groups and are not leaving groups for unexcused reasons. If a patient does leave, their name should be removed from the attendance sheet unless they have attended the majority of the group and/or had an appointment.
  • Ensure patients are signing into group meetings and that group members are being monitored.
  • Ensure copies of group sign in sheets are being made and given to the facilitator and the original being filed in the Recovery Support Specialist office.
  • Complete daily room checks
  • Room searches when requested by the Director of operations, medical or clinical staff, or any other safety reasons that should warrant suspicion
  • Complete bag search upon new admit
  • Review patient handbook and orient patient to the program
  • Complete a daily room search for detox patients
  • Responsible for processing intakes and discharges along with their paperwork
  • Responsible for transporting patients to the hospital and staying with them
  • Responsible for monitoring all residential and detox phone calls and recording these calls in the call logbook
  • Responsible for stocking the supply closet
  • Provide educational and support groups for patients
  • RTC – Recovery Support Specialist
  • Assist with the transport of patients to ER, outside appointments, and off-site activities

Recovery Support Specialist who are assigned concierge care will assist with crisis intervention with patients and be engaged with the community to promote positive interactions, decrease AMA potentials with patients and provide additional attention to those patients who are struggling with engagement in treatment. This will include services such as assisting patients with getting to groups, meeting their appointments, join in on campus activities and attempt to remove barriers to treatment for patients.

Qualifications

•         High school diploma or GED

•         Ability to work in and adapt the culture of a multi-cultural, community-based organization

•         Commitment to maintain confidentiality

•         Understanding of the Agency’s mission and culture and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with staff and clients in all circumstances

•         Previous experience working with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders preferred

•         Employment contingent upon clear UDS and criminal history record

•         Good inter-personal skills.

•         Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation, along with current auto liability insurance that meets or exceeds the minimum requirements set by the State.

•         Initial and on-going MVR verification and must maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with BayMark’s policy F&A-115.

•         Satisfactory references from employers and/or professional peers.

•         Satisfactory drug screening and criminal background check.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401(K)
  • Generous paid time off accrual
  • Excellent growth and development opportunities
  • Satisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemic

Here is what you can expect from us:

Granite Recovery Center is committed to helping people achieve lasting sobriety through comprehensive care and compassionate support. Founded by and staffed with individuals in recovery themselves, we treat residents with the respect and dignity they deserve. Our center provides individualized care and evidence-based clinical approaches in an environment that promotes healing.

Granite Recovery Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.