Recovery Coach

Overview

Engages with patients in the Addiction Treatment Program and encourages them to maintain sobriety, participate in recovery oriented activities and develop a network of sober supports. Participates in group treatment activities and models effective group participation and recovery oriented perspective for patients with substance use disorders. Helps patients identify and access needed resources and recovery supports.

Responsibilities

Meets with co-facilitators of group therapy to plan presentation of material. Attends group therapy sessions and model appropriate group participation. Assists with co-facilitating selected aspects of group therapy sessions. Provides support and encouragement to group therapy participants. Engages one-on-one with patients to provide additional support between program sessions. Provides information and referrals regarding recovery resources in the community. Maintains patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations. If certified, may provide supervision for others working toward a CRSW (certification as a Recovery Support Worker). Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Completed Training as Recovery Coach, including ethics training.
• Certification as a Recovery Support Worker (CRSW) required at time of hire or within 1 year of employment.
• Thorough understanding of stressors impacting patients in recovery from opiate use disorders.
• Able to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Basic computer literacy skills.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• None