Recovery Coach (male-identifying
Listed on 2026-08-23
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Social Work
Community Health, Mental Health, Community Support Services
- Base Pay $22.00 - $24.00 / Hour
- Employee Type Non-Exempt
- Name Adrian Burris
- Phone
- Email adrian.burris
The Recovery Coach is responsible for providing peer mentoring services to individuals 18-35, building and supporting community, and supporting the community center during drop-in hours as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESClient Engagement (70%)
Effectively facilitate multiple clients' services in private and group engagement settings.
Utilize peer-based best practices to engage, motivate, and support individuals in their recovery progress, incorporating techniques such as motivational interviewing, assertive engagement, trauma-informed care, and individualized approaches tailored to each client's unique needs.Monitor behaviors of visitors to the clinic or client groups and react appropriately, including de-escalating heightened situations, responding to threats to safety and security, and taking other actions as needed.
Provide services to clients professionally, ethically, and within 4D Recovery best practices.
Communicate effectively with team members to ensure appropriate services are being provided to all clients.
Report any incidents immediately to leadership to ensure immediate responses.
Support transportation of clients, when needed.
Documentation (20%)
Responsible for documenting all client service activities within the required time 24 hours.
Must utilize the Electronic Health Record system to maintain appropriate casenotes.
Program Coordination (10%)
Perform outreach and engagement activities in a variety of settings as directed by immediate supervisor.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAttend supervision, team, and agency meetings as directed.
Assist with other recovery support services as directed.
This position may require handling and disposal of needles as part of clean-up duties, necessitating adherence to proper safety protocols to mitigate potential risks and ensure a safe working environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
JOB/BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIESSkilled with Conflict Management. You must possess basic essential skills related to de-escalation and conflict resolution. With a community center open to all individuals who want a safe environment, this position requires managing and overseeing all interactions between clients/community members and navigating conflict in a safe and restorative manner.
Service. You must support an organizational culture that reflects the value placed on high quality client services and inter-departmental collaboration. This requires managing and maintaining excellent professionalism and ethical boundaries.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEThis position typically requires a High School Diploma/GED.
At least two years of continuous abstinence from all forms of drugs and alcohol, except those prescribed by a doctor (excluding marijuana based on federal laws). Two years of recovery is required per MHACBO specifications.
This position typically requires a valid driver’s license for state of residency and a driving record permitting coverage under the corporate liability policy. If driving a personal vehicle for work purposes, must also have and maintain personal auto liability coverage and complete a vehicle safety inspection. All employees driving for work purposes, regardless of whether driving a personal or agency vehicle, must complete the agency’s driving approval process before they drive for work.
At minimum, reliable transportation is required.
Must be a Certified Recovery Coach or be eligible to achieve the certification within three months of hire.
Lived experience related to the population being served.
Understanding of multiple pathways to recovery and recovery support services.
Ability to work independently and on a team.
Able to establish and maintain professional boundaries while providing supportive services and building trusting relationships with clients, staff and community partners.
Excellent communication, trauma-informed approach and conflict resolution skills.
Well-developed documentation skills and a strong commitment to quality management; ability to write accurate and concise reports while meeting…
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