Peer Recovery Support / Life Coach for First Responders

Contracted part-time position delivering services to clients through in-home and telemedicine visits. This is a remote role.

About the Role

Aspire365 is seeking Peer Support / Life Coaches to work with First Responders. Aspire365 has a specific mission—to deliver the highest quality evidence-based care to anyone suffering with a substance use disorder. This is accomplished by changing the way treatment is delivered. An intensive evidence-based chronic program to treat a chronic illness. The ideal candidate for this role has extensive experience working with First Responders in all disciplines and was a first responder themselves. We will also accept applications from people with military experience.

Responsibilities

• Utilize skills developed through certification to help client through the recovery process
• Responsible for scheduling own appointments with the client according to client's schedule
• Engage and participate with client in replacement activities
• Work with the client to complete treatment goals and tasks set by the Addiction Psychiatrist, Nurse and Therapist
• Communicate to the Recovery Team and Program Coordinator any non-compliance, behavior changes, issues or incidents either witnessed or communicated
• Help clients build trust, as well as, open and honest communication, share life experiences of recovery
• Takes client to group meetings (when applicable)
• Provide client with support via phone or text on days there is not a face-to-face contact
• Complete any documentation required by Aspire365 or the Recovery Support Team

Qualifications

• Experience as a First Responder and/or experience providing care to first responders
• Knowledge of State professional and ethical guidelines
• HIPAA Compliance
• Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, motivate clients and resolve problems
• Minimum of 10 hours available per month
• Evening and Weekend Availability
• Meet with client in the client's home throughout the 12-month program
• Remote Meeting Proficiency

Education & Credentials

• Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid driver's license
• Must have experience as a First Responder or have worked in the military
• Complete Recovery Coach Trainings
• Maintain state requirements
• Currently maintaining sobriety (minimum of 1 year)
• Must be a Certified Life Coach or Certified Peer Support

Pay

Between $25–$30 per session.

Experience

• Peer Support Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• License: CPRS or CLC or Equivalent