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Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Recovery Coach to join our dynamic behavioral health team. In this vital role, you will empower individuals on their recovery journey by providing peer support, mentorship, and practical guidance. Your energetic approach will inspire hope and foster resilience among clients facing mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. As a Recovery Coach, you will serve as a trusted advocate, sharing personal recovery experiences and promoting harm reduction strategies to help clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in diverse communities while utilizing your crisis management skills and behavioral health expertise. Responsibilities Build trusting relationships with clients by offering empathetic peer support and mentoring tailored to their unique recovery needs Assist clients in developing personalized recovery plans, including goal setting and action steps aligned with their aspirations Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques during urgent situations, ensuring safety for clients and staff Share personal recovery experiences to motivate clients and foster hope in their journey toward wellness Utilize motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive behavioral changes and reinforce client motivation Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems while respecting confidentiality protocols Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans, ensuring comprehensive support for individuals with mental health conditions and substance use disorders Promote harm reduction principles by educating clients on safer practices and supporting their autonomy in decision-making Engage with culturally diverse communities to ensure inclusive, respectful, and effective support tailored to individual backgrounds Advocate for client needs within the community by connecting individuals with additional resources and services Experience Proven experience working with individuals experiencing substance use disorders or mental health conditions in a peer support or counseling capacity Strong background in crisis management, crisis intervention, and behavioral health support strategies Familiarity with addiction counseling, social work practices, and harm reduction approaches Experience working with culturally diverse populations to ensure equitable access to care Knowledge of motivational interviewing techniques and recovery peer support principles Ability to share personal recovery experiences responsibly while maintaining professional boundaries Proficiency in using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems for documentation and client tracking Excellent communication skills for client engagement, client advocacy, and team collaboration Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with privacy regulations Join us as a Recovery Coach if you're energized by helping others transform their lives through compassionate support, practical guidance, and unwavering encouragement. Your dedication will inspire hope and foster resilience across our vibrant communities!

Pay:

$22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person