AmeriCorps Recovery Coach
Portage County · Stevens Point, WI · 3 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Provide individualized recovery support to program participants through regular check-ins, resource navigation, and encouragement.
- Assist participants in identifying recovery goals and connecting them with local services such as treatment providers, peer recovery groups, housing resources, employment supports, and transportation services.
- Support program staff by helping track participant progress, attendance, and engagement as needed.
- Participate in staffing meetings, team check-ins, and collaborative planning with Justice Programs staff.
- Help facilitate pro-social activities, skill-building sessions, or resource workshops for participants.
- Assist with outreach, scheduling, and communication with participants in the Pre-Trial OWI, POST Sentence OWI, Day Report, and Adult Drug Treatment Court programs.
- Promote a recovery-oriented, strengths-based environment for all individuals served.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records of service interactions in accordance with program guidelines.
- Participate in required AmeriCorps training and professional development.
OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be at least 18 years old upon their start date of service
- Have a HSED or equivalent
- Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
- Individuals must be in recovery for at least 12 months or have recovery or substance use related lived experience
- Demonstrated living wellness as evidenced by: No new legal charges during that 12-month period as confirmed by background check, which Marshfield Clinic will conduct. A consistent, specific, and recurring schedule of self-care routines.
- Must be willing to complete a drug screening
- Must be available to attend member orientation September 14-17 and September 21-24, 2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Apply In Person: Portage County Human Resources 1462 Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481
- Deadline: 8/7/26
- Apply Online: www.co.portage.wi.gov
- You may also call 715-346-1327 to have an application mailed to you.