Recovery Coach

Job Description

Job Description
Position SummaryThe Recovery Coach engages with clients of Fresh Coast Alliance and encourages them to maintain sobriety, participate in recovery oriented activities and develop a network of sober supports. The Recovery Coach works as a mentor and guide, helping clients identify and access needed recovery resources.
Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in understanding and accessing substance use treatment and other recovery supports
• Work with individuals to develop a recovery plan that includes goals related to relapse prevention, stress reduction, coping skills, critical thinking and addresses barriers in recovery.
• Provide community outreach and effectively collaborate with community partners to educate, identify and link individuals to substance use treatment and recovery services
• Facilitate recovery groups
• Reach out to participants who disengage from services.
• Model competency in recovery. Share personal recovery journey as needed
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical behavior. Must be sensitive to diverse cultures and populations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all individuals served and comply with all HIPAA requirements
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner
• Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school Diploma or graduate equivalent degree required
• Certificate of completion of the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) Recovery Coach Academy, including ethics.
• Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) Certification is preferred.
• Must be in long term recovery from a substance use disorder for at least two consecutive years.
• One year of recovery coaching or related experience is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.