Peer Recovery Coach - Addictions

Talbert House • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

Provide education and support to clients in recovery for substance use disorder. Participate in outreach to community partners to help coordinate services for clients in order to help sustain sobriety. Maintain regular contact with clients to monitor and assess progress.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
• Must be in recovery for minimum 12 months; preferably 2 years.
• Peer Support Specialist certification or ability to obtain within first three months of employment.
• A valid drivers license and current auto insurance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with caseloads through regular client contact in community and program setting.
• Track and assess progress as determined by program guidelines.
• Help to develop and implement Individual Service Plans.
• Efficiently operate personal computer to enter, edit and/or retrieve data using agency electronic health record.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources, including, but not limited to: food, clothing, supportive housing, Medicaid, job readiness and/or placement, public assistance, etc.
• Facilitate site-based daily support/peer groups.
• Visit, support, and transport clients as needed upon discharge from program.
• Collaborate with family members, internal and external case managers, and other providers while supporting clients recovery.
• Prepare documentation in compliance with contract, regulatory and Agency requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED