Recovery Coach

Job Details

Job Location

Barnesville - 700 Veterans Pkwy - Barnesville, GA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

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 participants 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.

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensures:

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

• Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares 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;

  Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed in an office or residential treatment setting;

• Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locationswillbe required;

• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.