Recovery Coach

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