Position Summary:
The Recovery Coach works with client to develop a daily routine focusing on behaviors needed for long term recovery. Follows up with client post-discharge to check on progress and offer support as needed.
Essential Job Functions:
- Meets with client within 48 hours of admission to complete an Individual Recovery Plan.
- Meets with client at minimum twice a week to review Recovery Plan progress.
- Orients the client to the facility, program and its schedule.
- Assists individuals in recovery planning through completion or planning of concrete tasks (get a Big Book/Basic text, refer to Big Book study, identify local meetings to attend, connect with someone in their area if possible, etc.)
- Assists clients with activities of daily living within housing program (chores, free time activities, etc.).
- Works with client to develop a daily routine focusing on behaviors needed for long term recovery.
- Willingly shares personal recovery experiences, demonstrates and models effective coping techniques and self-help strategies.
- Facilitates daily group activities as assigned, including morning community meeting, wrap up meeting, 12 step study group and other activities as assigned.
- Participates in both group and individual supervision with Clinical staff.
- Works with client to develop a discharge plan inclusive of areas addressed in the Individual Recovery Plan.
- Follows up with client post-discharge to check on progress and offer support as needed.
Knowledge, Education, & Experience:
- Minimum of a high school diploma.
- One year of experience working within a treatment program or recovery community.
- 12 Step knowledge preferred.
- Recovery Coach training preferred
Employment Status: Full time
Schedule:4 days a week 3pm-11pm, Saturday or Sunday 11am-7pm
Work location: Medford, NJ
Compensation range: 17-21 hourly