What are the responsibilities and job description for the AmeriCorps Recovery Coach position at Portage County, WI?
Portage County Justice Programs, in partnership with AmeriCorps, is seeking a dedicated AmeriCorps Recovery Coach member to support individuals who are justice‑involved and participating in local accountability and recovery‑focused programs. This is a full-time, 34 hours per week on average, position that will work from September 14, 2026 - August 27, 2027.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about recovery, restorative justice, and providing compassionate support to individuals navigating change. Flexible hours are available, and the member will work closely with program staff to help participants stabilize, stay engaged, and succeed in their recovery goals. This position is supervised by the Justice Programs Director.
Time Requirement: 34 hours / week
Location: Stevens Point
What is the Recovery Coach member's Responsibility?
The Recovery Coach will:
- Provide individualized recovery support to program participants through regular check‑ins, resource navigation, and encouragement.
- Assist participants in identifying recovery goals and connecting them with local services such as treatment providers, peer recovery groups, housing resources, employment supports, and transportation services.
- Support program staff by helping track participant progress, attendance, and engagement as needed.
Participate in staffing meetings, team check-ins, and collaborative planning with Justice Programs staff. - Help facilitate pro‑social activities, skill‑building sessions, or resource workshops for participants.
- Assist with outreach, scheduling, and communication with participants in the Pre‑Trial OWI, POST Sentence OWI, Day Report, and Adult Drug Treatment Court programs.
- Promote a recovery‑oriented, strengths‑based environment for all individuals served.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of service interactions in accordance with program guidelines.
- Participate in required AmeriCorps training and professional development.
What are the minimum requirements?
- Must be at least 18 years old upon their start date of service
- Have a HSED or equivalent
- Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
- Individuals must be in recovery for at least 12 months or have recovery or substance use related lived experience. Demonstrated living wellness as evidenced by:
- No new legal charges during that 12-month period as confirmed by background check, which Marshfield Clinic will conduct.
- A consistent, specific, and recurring schedule of self-care routines.
- Must be willing to complete a drug screening
- Must be available to attend member orientation September 14-17 and September 21-24, 2026
What does this role offer?
- Earn a bi-weekly allowance of $799.23 (gross)
- No cost premium health, dental and vision insurance
- Low to no-cost childcare assistance
- $7,395 educational award for tuition or student loan payback upon completing service
- Learn new skills; ideal gap-year or paid internship
- Flexible service hours to meet the needs of both the member and the program
- Hands‑on experience in recovery support, behavioral health, and justice‑involved programming
- Receive ongoing professional skills training throughout the year to build your resume
- A chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals working toward stability, sobriety, and positive life change
- Ongoing support, supervision, and training from the Portage County Justice Programs and AmeriCorps Recovery Corps
Term of Service: September 14, 2026 - August 27, 2027
Salary : $799