Recovery Coach

Position Summary:

The Recovery Coach works to provide both individual and group recovery services to assigned WestCare program participants who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder and/or mental illness. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

Educates and refers clients to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address their need for food, shelter, clothing, employment, transportation, social service benefits, etc.;

Provides services that promote recovery and resiliency;

Assists assigned program participants with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community;

Acts as advocate on behalf of assigned program participants to improve access to needed services, information, and/or treatment;

Participates in clinical staffing decisions regarding the program participant's current strengths, resources, and their need for additional resources;

Completes documentation of services on provided forms and submit billing in a timely manner;

Provides support and supervision to assigned program participants;

Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community;

Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;

Performs any other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

Certifications/Licensures:

Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates;

Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies:

Three (3) or more years in a similar outside role or another position within WestCare is required;

Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred;

Excellent communication skills are required;

Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;

Ability to work well in a team environment required ;

Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;

Professional appearance and demeanor required;

Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;

Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;

Bilingual ability is preferred;

Knowledge of the criminal justice system is preferred;

Prior experience using office equipment, including phones, scanners, printers, and fax machines, and web cameras is highly desired;