Description

This position provides ongoing recovery coaching for individuals in need of peer recovery support. The Recovery Coach utilizes all pathways of recovery, recovery capital, as well as the 8 dimensions of wellness to guide their work. Work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the program and the recoveree’s needs.

What You Will Be Doing to Make a Difference...

• Provide Recovery Coaching supports, including individual meetings.
• Develop Wellness Plans
• Participate in community activities that support and promote recovery.
• Follow patient-center and recovery-oriented treatment approaches.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record. 
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all clients

Bay State Community Services (BSCS) recognizes the hard work and dedication of our staff and has developed a comprehensive benefit package to support you and your family.

Benefits Begin On Your First Day of Employment

Important Health and Welfare Benefits 

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance 

Eye-Med Vision Benefits 

Employer Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

Employee Assistance Program 

Generous Paid Time Off

35 Days Paid Time Off (15 Vacation Days, 12 Holidays and 8 Sick Days)

Additional Benefits 

Retirement Plan 403(b) (employer match after the first year of employment)

Opportunities for Reduced Tuition for Clinical Master's Degree

Opportunities for Student Loan Forgiveness 

Mileage reimbursement

Extensive Training Program

Monthly Agency Wide Trainings (includes CEU's for obtaining/retaining license - LMHC, LMFT, LADC, CARC, LCSW and LICSW)

Supervision for Licensure and Specializations

Immediate Access to Comprehensive Online Self-Paced CEU Trainings

Opportunities for Certification in Evidence Based Practices

Requirements

Qualifications/Credentials

• Lived experience with recovery is required.
• Recovery Coaches must attend the DPH-BSAS 5-day Recovery Coach Academy
• CARC certification is preferred or be working towards the certification and complete it within a year of hiring. 
• Has deep understanding and appreciation of the recovery process and supports all pathways of recovery.
• Able to develop trusting relationships.
• Maintain good boundaries and confidentiality. 
• Basic computer skills are required and familiarity with an electronic health record is a plus. 
• Have strong organizational skills (oral and written) and able to maintain a daily schedule.
• Prior work experience in the healthcare industry, esp. behavioral health. 
• Valid MA driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Acceptable CORI and SORI background record check as required by program. 

Bay State Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment free from bias, discrimination, or harassment of any kind, and mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Contact Information: 

recruitment@baystatecs.org

857-374-5669