What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Coach position at Veterans Inc.?
Are you motivated by knowing you've made a difference in someone's life and in our community? Do you have passion for helping those in substance abuse recovery? If you answered yes, then you may have what it takes to be part of the Veterans Inc. team at Independence Hall!
At Independence Hall, we provide client-centered care and recovery-oriented treatment within a therapeutic environment. We are looking for a goal oriented, skilled, and hardworking professional to fill the role of Recovery Coach.
This position collaborates as a part of interdisciplinary treatment team within an inpatient substance abuse treatment program. The position is responsible for monitoring the patients within the Substance Abuse Treatment program and provides guidance, counseling support and a recovery plan as needed by overseeing and accompanying the patient in various program activities to ensure conformance with program schedules, milieu standards, program activities and policies.
This position requires successful completion of a Massachusetts DPH approved Recovery Coach certificate program.
WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAY TO DAY:
- Assesses patient's substance abuse history and current needs as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Works with the patient and treatment team to develop substance abuse treatment goals and interventions.
- Works with the patient to help create a recovery plan to overcome addiction and stay sober.
- Provides support, resources, education and both internal and external referrals for services.
- Works with community agencies along with and/or on behalf of patients and families.
- Provides feedback about treatment planning development based on their interactions with other consumers and families.
- Oversees client activities to ensure compliance with program activities and agency policies.
- Provides guidance as needed; Provides crisis intervention and emergency services as needed.
- Telephones supervisor for guidance and/or in emergency situations.
- Facilitates psychoeducational client groups as needed; Completes program specific forms and required documentation in a timely manner.
- Maintains audit-ready patient records according to Veterans Inc. policy and procedure.
- Attends and participates in all meetings as required.
- Completes individually assigned program-specific duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.
- Facilitates group activities such as yoga, art therapy, and meditation based on experience.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:
- Must have successfully completed Massachusetts DPH authorized Recovery Coach certification program.
- Minimum of high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Experience or education in substance abuse treatment required.
- Must be able to successfully pass a CORI/Background records check.
- Compliance with Veterans Inc. COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Religious and Medical Exemptions are considered.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time employees includes:
- BCBS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employer Paid Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
- $2000 Medical Opt-Out program if you have medical coverage through another source.
- Retirement Plan (403B) with a $2000 Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Paid Parental Leave
For more information, or to apply now; visit our website. Please do not mail, email, or fax your cover letter/resume as we are limited to only accepting completed applications through our career page. Mailed, emailed, or faxed cover letter, resume, and applications will not be reviewed.
Veterans Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or protected Veteran status. If you need assistance completing an application please contact careers1@veteransinc.org.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Agencies are requested not to contact Veterans Inc. with recruiting inquiries.
Salary : $2,000 - $0
