Certified Recovery Mentor - RS008
Location: Outpatient Expansion, 355 NW Division St., Gresham, OR 97030
Schedule: In person, Monday through Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Hours are flexible to meet program needs, including some evenings and weekends.
Wage Range: $23.10 – $28.35 hourly, Non-Exempt
About the Company
At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives—NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
About the Role
The Certified Recovery Mentor provides support, mentoring, and follow-up services to clients, conducts outreach intervention and aftercare, and facilitates family intervention as needed.
Responsibilities
- Mentor clients by serving as a role model and providing support based on relevant knowledge and experience.
- Implement strategies to inspire, encourage, motivate, and instruct clients through relapse prevention and recovery.
- Develop intervention plans for clients identified by treatment and housing staff.
- Escort and provide clients to initial treatment programs.
- Introduce clients to appropriate 12-step support.
- Escort clients to primary care provider assessments or mental health assessments when appropriate.
- Follow up on referral resources to determine the outcome of intervention, documenting intervention activities.
- Use proven intervention techniques on individual clients and families when appropriate.
- Work with staff at Hooper Center, family housing, and treatment specialists for treatment agencies.