Recovery Coach - Mobile MAT and IOP

Bridges Healthcare•Milford, CT

29d•$25

About The Position

Bridges Healthcare, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Recovery Coach - Mobile MAT and IOP $25.00 per hour Part-time/non-benefited position. 15 hours per week (must be available Mon, Tue and Thu, 9:30-2:30 or 10:00-3:00) PURPOSE and POSITION OVERVIEW Serve as an advocate, through personal experience, to assist individuals in their recovery plan. Enhance and expand access to comprehensive recovery treatment and programs.

Requirements

Certificate of completion from a recognized peer/recovery coach program
High school diploma / GED
Experience with and knowledge of serious mental illness and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders
Ability to work flexible schedule/shifts
Good communication and documentation skills
Computer literacy
Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation
CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified
Willingness to become trained in the administration of naloxone

Responsibilities

Willingness to share life experience of positive outcomes from personal recovery
Mentor, coach and support individuals in their recovery goals and model successful recovery strategies
Assist individuals with identifying strengths and personal resources to aid in their recovery
Arrange for follow-up appointments at Bridges and/or alternative agency for individuals
Provide next-day outreach/follow up with individuals and with their referral agency
Facilitate connection to mutual help programs/meetings for individuals
Provide services to identified individuals, including assistance with transportation to referral appointments
Serve as liaison with outside services and referral sources
Provide individuals with information on how to access assistance with basic needs
Drive individuals , using agency vehicles, to and from community sites and/or referral agencies
Perform check of vehicles before use and ensured vehicle is fueled at the end of the day
Participate in team meetings and other departmental meetings
Assist clinicians in substance use therapy groups with toxicology collections, contacting clients, escorting clients in the building, and offering peer support to clients
Complete required paper and electronic documentation in a timely manner
Provide advocacy and education on treatment barriers and stigma
Perform any other department or agency-related duties or special projects as directed by supervisor.