Recovery Support Assistant

Duties

• Greet visitors to the Peer Recovery Support Center with a warm and friendly demeanor and treat each visitor with dignity and respect.
• Educate visitors on resources available at the PRSC and throughout the community that may be a fit for the visitors’ needs.
• Deliver Recovery Coaching and peer mentoring for members requesting this form of support.
• Aid with general duties at the center including keeping the center tidy and neat, making coffee, preparing snacks, loading/unloading dishwasher etc.
• Open/close the center on days and times assigned by the Program Director and ensure the premises is safe and secure.
• Lead or facilitate groups and other center activities per the direction of the Program Director and Assistant Program Director.
• Network and represent Alyssa’s Place in the community and behave in a way that reflects the values and professional standards of the PRSC and agency.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and training courses as required.

Qualifications

• Person in recovery from a substance use disorder who can demonstrate a level of personal health and self-care sufficient to handle the responsibilities of this role.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Completed or in the process of completing the suite of Recovery Coach training (BSAS approved) and willing/able to apply for certification.