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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Peer Recovery Coach to join our team and provide essential support to individuals navigating the journey of recovery from substance use or mental health challenges. As a Peer Recovery Coach, you will use your own lived experience to inspire hope, offer guidance, and empower others to achieve their personal recovery goals. You will serve as a mentor and advocate, helping clients build resilience, develop coping strategies, and access community resources. Your role will involve fostering a trusting relationship, maintaining confidentiality, and promoting a recovery-oriented environment. You will collaborate with clinical staff, participate in team meetings, and contribute to the development of individualized recovery plans. The ideal candidate is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and committed to supporting others in their recovery process. You should possess strong communication skills, the ability to set boundaries, and a deep understanding of the recovery process. This position may require flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to best meet the needs of clients. Training and supervision will be provided to ensure you are equipped to offer effective peer support. If you are passionate about making a difference and have personal experience with recovery, we encourage you to apply and help others on their path to wellness.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide peer support and mentorship to individuals in recovery.
- Share personal experiences to inspire and motivate clients.
- Assist clients in developing and achieving recovery goals.
- Connect clients with community resources and support services.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions.
- Collaborate with clinical and support staff.
- Promote a recovery-oriented and stigma-free environment.
- Participate in team meetings and ongoing training.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Advocate for client needs within the organization and community.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Personal experience with recovery from substance use or mental health challenges.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and set boundaries.
- Compassionate and nonjudgmental attitude.
- Willingness to complete peer support training.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic computer and documentation skills.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What inspired you to become a Peer Recovery Coach?
- Can you describe your personal recovery journey?
- How do you maintain boundaries with clients?
- What strategies do you use to support individuals in crisis?
- How do you handle confidentiality in your work?
- Are you comfortable working flexible hours?
- What community resources are you familiar with?
- How do you stay current with best practices in peer support?
- Describe a time you helped someone achieve a recovery goal.
- What does recovery mean to you?
