Patient Engagement Specialist, Second Shift

Job overview

The Patient Engagement Specialist role is onsite in Indianapolis, IN, on second shift. Compensation is listed as $16–$18, with no pay period specified. The employer operates residential treatment programs for people with substance use disorder and describes its approach as local, individualized, holistic, and relational. The specialist provides daily support and accountability for patients in early recovery, helping maintain a safe, structured treatment environment. The role leads non-therapy activities, monitors patient movement, supports facility operations, and communicates observations to clinical or leadership staff.

What you'll do

• Serve as a daily support and accountability contact for patients
• monitor patient movement and enforce program rules and safety standards
• lead non-therapy enrichment activities such as light fitness, guided meditation, and peer discussion
• facilitate or supervise off-campus meetings and community events
• support communal areas
• mediate and de-escalate conflicts
• assist with minor cleaning
• drive patients to meetings or events as needed when no designated driver is available
• document observations and communicate with clinical or leadership staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

patient engagement specialist

indianapolis in

second shift

substance use recovery

residential treatment

patient support

non-therapy activities

conflict de-escalation

safety monitoring

high school diploma or ged

driver’s license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required. Behavioral health or substance-use population experience and crisis intervention training are strongly preferred; a valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required.

About the employer

Human Resources is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.