Job Details
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.