What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Coach position at Fresh Coast Alliance?
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Training & development
Position Summary
The Recovery Coach engages with clients of Fresh Coast Alliance and encourages them to maintain sobriety, participate in recovery oriented activities and develop a network of sober supports. The Recovery Coach works as a mentor and guide, helping clients identify and access needed recovery resources.
Responsibilities
- Assist individuals in understanding and accessing substance use treatment and other recovery supports
- Work with individuals to develop a recovery plan that includes goals related to relapse prevention, stress reduction, coping skills, critical thinking and addresses barriers in recovery.
- Provide community outreach and effectively collaborate with community partners to educate, identify and link individuals to substance use treatment and recovery services
- Facilitate recovery groups
- Reach out to participants who disengage from services.
- Model competency in recovery. Share personal recovery journey as needed
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical behavior. Must be sensitive to diverse cultures and populations.
- Maintain confidentiality of all individuals served and comply with all HIPAA requirements
- Complete required documentation in a timely manner
- Additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High school Diploma or graduate equivalent degree required
- Certificate of completion of the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) Recovery Coach Academy, including ethics.
- Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) Certification is preferred.
- Must be in long term recovery from a substance use disorder for at least two consecutive years.
- One year of recovery coaching or related experience is preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
- Must have valid Michigan drivers license.
Salary : $17 - $20