Peer Recovery Coach-Mt. Pleasant IA

Job Title: Peer Recovery Coach--Mt Pleasant IA (covers Henry/Louisa counties)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Qualifications: Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent; valid driver’s license with good driving record required; Associate’s degree in Human Services field preferred. Individuals in sustained, long-term recovery from substance use problems are preferred. Certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Coach by an approved organization. Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) full training preferred. The certification requirement may be waived as long as the employee is making satisfactory progress toward the achievement of

certification and CCAR training as soon as possible but no less than 6 months from the date of employment. Completion of Urine Specimen Collection certification, Breath Alcohol Technician certification, Mandatory Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Reporting certification, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCIT), First Aid/CPR required within 6 months of hire.

Reporting Supervisor: Peer Recovery Coach Supervisor

Duties:

1. Can develop a professional and supportive relationship to speak to the experience of others with mental health and/or substance use issues and provide support based on similar experiences.

2. Provide direct services to clients on an individual, group and family basis in the office setting and community setting to teach recovery management skills, promote personal growth, whole health wellness and assist clients with recovery goals.

3. Document services in agency electronic health records and any other required documentation per grant requirements, state licensure and CARF standards.

4. Work within a team model and participate in case consultations and other discussions related to client needs as an active voice for the client.

5. Assist client and treatment team to identify those needs of the client which are incapable of being satisfactorily met by this organization and collaborate with the treatment team to make an appropriate referral to an outside organization which can meet those needs if such an organization exists.

6. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of all client treatment in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and rules (e.g. 42-CFR-2 for substance abuse clients).

7. Provide for community awareness/education as needed or requested by the supervisor.

8. Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment: Office and community setting with minimal exposure to noise or temperature variation.

Physical Demands: Frequent periods of sitting; frequent use of computer monitor requiring visual acuity; occasional lifting, standing, bending.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.82 - $16.37 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $16