Recovery Coach - Community Services

Qualifications

• Certification from an approved Recovery Coach curriculum to include Recovery Coach Academy within twelve months of eligibility.
• Continued BSAS and other accredited Trainings and Certifications as required for the Recovery Coach professional.
• GED/ HS Diploma.
• 3-5 years of Human Service background preferred.
• Open to medication assisted treatment and harm reduction concepts and goals.
• Proficient Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Community Resources and support for links in the community.
• Strong listening, oral and presentation (communication) skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a diverse community.
• Ability to honor Recovery Coaching Ethics, skills and confidentiality/HIPAA.
• Knowledge of Spanish language, Cultural Competency and ASL considered an asset.

Skills

• Supports self determination and decision making.
• Promotes recovery and removes barriers.
• Connects people with recovery supports and encourages hope, optimism and healthy living.
• Supports people living in the community and in shared residences.
• Supports multiple pathways to recovery including harm reduction and prescribed medication supports as needed.
• Learns and commits to knowledge about equity, diversity and inclusion in all aspects for the persons served and as employees in a diverse workforce.