Recovery Coach Riverbend - 3.1 Lowell, MA Job Details Full-time From $22 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Addiction counseling Recovery peer support High school diploma or GED Driver's License Productivity software Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Time management Full Job Description 202 Central Street, Lowell, MA 01852 From $22 an hour - Full-time Job Summary The Recovery Coach is a person who is grounded in peer-assisted recovery. This is a non-clinical, strength-based peer-to-peer support service. A Recovery Coach serves as a personal guide and mentor to help individuals identify and navigate their individualized recovery journey and live a self-directed life. The invaluable expertise gained from lived experience is drawn upon to inspire peers toward sustainable recovery. As a Recovery Coach, you will promote positive self-identity by drawing on the strengths and resilience of your recoverees. Responsibilities Support recoverees in their development of a Recovery Action Plan Assist and support recoverees in identifying, accomplishing, and celebrating their recovery goals Assist recoverees in identifying recovery capital as well as community/recovery resources that support their recovery goals Support recoverees in making positive life changes and strive toward a self-directed life Assist recoverees in creating personally meaningful links to treatment, peer recovery support services, and mutual aid and support them in their effort to cultivate recovery capital Serve as an advocate and assist recoverees in learning self-advocacy skills Provide emotional and social support, using coaching and mentoring techniques to uplift the recoveree's awareness and understanding that they possess the inherent ability (and recovery capital) to support long-term, sustainable recovery. Collaborate with community partners and providers to best serve recoverees Ensure that recoverees progress notes, wellness plans, and other required documentation is completed professionally, accurately, and timely Attend training and supervision as required by Supervisor Meet recoverees where they are at, and support all pathways of Recovery. Required Minimum High School diploma (or equivalent) Must have successfully participated (or be willing to) in CCAR's Recovery Coach Academy Proficiency in basic computer skills and ability to utilize Microsoft Office Valid MA Driver's license and Reliable Transportation This position requires the successful completion of a CORI check. Preferences People with lived experience with SUD and recovery are prioritized A strong sense of compassion and desire to support others on the recovery journey Experience with the addiction recovery process Familiarity with local support services, resources, and recovery community Capable of building an effective recovery coach-recoveree relationship Possesses active-listening and motivational interviewing skills Has heightened awareness of self and treats people as their own best resource Genuinely supportive of multiple pathways of recovery Recognizes potential and value in all people Must have strong interpersonal skills to include: A commitment to teamwork Ability to work well on a diverse team with flexibility, creativity, and enthusiasm Ability to establish and maintain appropriate relationship boundaries Ability to motivate others Strong communication skills - both oral and written Strong organizational and time management skills Strong problem solving (de-escalation) skills Holds a commitment to lower barriers and reduce the stigma that recoverees encounter on their recovery journey. Physical demands Must be able to sit or stand for an extended period. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Job Type:

Full Time Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required) Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person