Certified Recovery Mentor/CADC-I

Center for Human Development, Inc.•La Grande, OR

About The Position

Center for Human Development, Inc. is seeking a full-time Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM)/CADC-I to provide services working with adults engaged in chemical dependency therapy. The position works with the treatment team to promote recovery and help achieve identified goals of recovery. This position will also provide support at the CHD Outreach Center. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of High School Graduate (equivalent considered). CADC I or ability to obtain CADC I within two years of employment. Ability to understand and implement instructional methods while demonstrating flexibility, creativity and autonomy. Ability to work with team, other professionals, para professionals and lay persons. Have familiarity with community resources for adults and adults in recovery. Must have a history of substance use recovery, with at least two years sobriety and/or clean. Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s license and be insurable for client service purposes. Must pass all criminal history background investigations as required by ORS 536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370, and pass a standard drug screening. Possess MHACBO certification as a Certified Recovery Mentor preferred. Have completed or be willing to complete trainings specific to the position within a reasonable time from the date of hire. Verifiable abstinence from alcohol and drugs for 2 years. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Primarily provides 1:1 pro-social guidance and support for individual consistent with self-directed treatment goals as documented in Individual Service and Support Plan Most work with peers in the community, however some work may occur at other locations such as the county jail and hospital. Consider ways to be engaged in purposeful relationships to build stronger, healthier individuals and communities. Conduct assessments, treatment plans, counseling sessions and groups when appropriate. Assist peers to access community, such as getting to employment, appointments, social activities, and shopping. Assist peers with activities of daily living, such as housekeeping, hygiene, meal preparation, shopping, light moving, etc. Assist peers with opportunities to socialize and receive support. Provide resource and referral information including employment, therapy services and benefits. Assist peers on an individual basis to reduce stress, manage symptoms, and improve self-advocacy skills. Assist peers on individual basis to feel supported and safe during personal crisis. Must maintain punctual and regular work attendance; work flexible hours and travel locally and regionally as appropriate (i.e. attend trainings and meetings). Complies with CHD’s policies and procedures, Federal and State of Oregon laws pertinent to the position (which are numerous and various and include regular supervision requirements and ethics adherence). Requires evening and weekend hours. Other duties as assigned. The Benefits: Full-time position with attractive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance, excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation, Professional Development Plan, gym discounts, and more. Paid time off includes 1 day of sick time accrued each month, 1 day of vacation time accrued each month (increases with years of service), 10 paid holidays each year, and one month paid renewal leave every 7 years! Cover Letter REQUIRED with application. The Center for Human Development, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with CHD depends solely on your qualifications.

Requirements

Minimum of High School Graduate (equivalent considered).
CADC I or ability to obtain CADC I within two years of employment.
Ability to understand and implement instructional methods while demonstrating flexibility, creativity and autonomy.
Ability to work with team, other professionals, para professionals and lay persons.
Have familiarity with community resources for adults and adults in recovery.
Must have a history of substance use recovery, with at least two years sobriety and/or clean.
Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s license and be insurable for client service purposes.
Must pass all criminal history background investigations as required by ORS 536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 407-007-0200-407-007-0370, and pass a standard drug screening.
Have completed or be willing to complete trainings specific to the position within a reasonable time from the date of hire.
Verifiable abstinence from alcohol and drugs for 2 years.

Nice To Haves

Possess MHACBO certification as a Certified Recovery Mentor preferred.

Responsibilities

Primarily provides 1:1 pro-social guidance and support for individual consistent with self-directed treatment goals as documented in Individual Service and Support Plan
Most work with peers in the community, however some work may occur at other locations such as the county jail and hospital.
Consider ways to be engaged in purposeful relationships to build stronger, healthier individuals and communities.
Conduct assessments, treatment plans, counseling sessions and groups when appropriate.
Assist peers to access community, such as getting to employment, appointments, social activities, and shopping.
Assist peers with activities of daily living, such as housekeeping, hygiene, meal preparation, shopping, light moving, etc.
Assist peers with opportunities to socialize and receive support.
Provide resource and referral information including employment, therapy services and benefits.
Assist peers on an individual basis to reduce stress, manage symptoms, and improve self-advocacy skills.
Assist peers on individual basis to feel supported and safe during personal crisis.
Must maintain punctual and regular work attendance; work flexible hours and travel locally and regionally as appropriate (i.e. attend trainings and meetings).
Complies with CHD’s policies and procedures, Federal and State of Oregon laws pertinent to the position (which are numerous and various and include regular supervision requirements and ethics adherence).
Requires evening and weekend hours.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life/AD&D insurance
long-term disability insurance
excellent retirement benefit with generous contribution to 401k after orientation
Professional Development Plan
gym discounts
1 day of sick time accrued each month
1 day of vacation time accrued each month (increases with years of service)
10 paid holidays each year
one month paid renewal leave every 7 years