Peer Recovery Coach - Be da Bin Behavioral Health - Full Time

Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Government•Manistee, MI

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Coach will serve as a role model, support person, advocate, and mentor for others in recovery. Peer Recovery Coaches are in recovery themselves and demonstrate the ability to share personal experiences in a way that helps to develop authentic relationships; they have a unique understanding of and a respect for everyone’s unique path of recovery.

Requirements

A High school graduate or equivalent
A minimum of two (2) years clean & sober with knowledge of SUD and the multiple pathways for recovery
Current Recovery Coach certification as a Certified Peer Recovery Coach through the Michigan Peer Recovery Coach Certification or a Certified Peer Recovery Mentor through MCBAP (Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals) is required or agreement to complete certification within one year
Must be able to work in strict confidentiality and adhere to all HIPPA requirements
Must have valid driver's license and be insurable under the Tribe's insurance policy

Nice To Haves

strong verbal and written communication skills
ability to build rapport and trust with clients
strong organizational skills
strong presentation skills
strong project management skills
strong reasoning and judgment skills
strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
a heightened attention to detail and accuracy
the ability to work cooperatively with other departments
the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
ability to manage a caseload
a commitment to confidentiality

Responsibilities

Provides emotional support and understanding to individuals dealing with substance abuse issues.
Assists individuals in identifying and overcoming potential obstacles to recovery.
Maintains regular contact with individuals to monitor their progress.
Encourages individuals to develop healthy coping strategies and lifestyle changes.
Provides crisis intervention as needed within scope of recovery practice.
Makes referrals as appropriate and notifies supervisor of crisis situations.
Documents all client encounters per department documentation guidelines.
Plans and facilitates educational and recreational activities for clients and the community.
Develops and maintains working relationships with service providers and assists to match clients’ needs to the services available and best suited for their needs.
Develops, in collaboration with staff, a recovery support network which may include meetings, community visits or home visits, transportation, and events.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and researching governmental rulings.
Complete required education credits to maintain required certifications.
Attends agency staff meetings and regularly consults with supervisor.
May be required to assist with case management functions as assigned.
All other position related duties as assigned by supervisor.