Peer Recovery Coach

Peer Recovery Coach Waterbury, CT Job Details Full-time $20 - $21 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Bilingual Collaborate with healthcare professionals Individual / group counseling Computer literacy Local agency collaboration Patient advocacy Mid-level High school diploma or GED Substance abuse Mentoring Discharge planning Client advocacy in social work Healthcare data collection Working with individuals with substance use disorders 2 years Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination Technical Proficiency Health education and counseling Community resource coordination

Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Recovery Coach will work as a peer to assist with the client's overall well-being, providing wellness information, and to involve clients who have (or may be at risk for) co-morbid medical conditions in various wellness activities. Provides education about substance use risks, treatment options, and mental health services, and other supports as needed throughout Waterbury.

Responsibilities:

Provide clinically based peer support to each client Help individuals to create their own recovery paths by providing individual and group sessions Familiarize him/herself with community-based resources and use that knowledge to assist clients in accessing appropriate aftercare planning Meet with clients to provide recovery-based activities directly related to skill development, engagement in treatment, discharge planning and is responsible for routinely collecting and entering data, specific to treatment eligibility Work collaboratively with clinicians, clients, care coordinators, family/supports and community agencies as needed, with the goal of increasing individuals' recovery skills, provide recovery support, assist individuals with increasing their success to complete treatment and linking clients to appropriate continuing care resources Acts as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of treatment providers and serves as an advocate for the client Ability to manage high stress

Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required Lived experience with addiction and/or mental health issues and willingness to serve as a mentor to others in the process of recovery by sharing own recovery experience required Minimum of 2 years in sustained recovery at time of application Certified Addictions Recovery Coach preferred or willingness to obtain Certified Addictions Recovery Coach status within 6 months of hire date Experience working with individuals diagnosed with co-occurring disorders or similar human service needs preferred Knowledge of local addictions/recovery resources and networks Proficiency in computer applications Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply At Apex Community Care, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive environment, and we recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, gender, age, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion, sexual preference, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability - or any other legally protected categories as set forth in the applicable state, federal or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including training, compensation, benefits and all other privileges of employment. People with lived experiences of substance use, housing insecurity or homelessness; people of color, and/or members of the LGBTQ+ communities; and people living with

HIV/AIDS

are strongly encouraged to apply. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; location and region; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, licenses, pertinent experience, and qualifications. Come and be part of our hard-working and fun team!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person