Recovery Coach

CHD Careers•Chicopee, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking a Recovery Coach to join our team for Crisis, Crisis-Stabilization, and Outpatient Programs in our new Community Behavioral Health Clinic! The Recovery Coach works with individuals enrolled in Community Behavioral Health Center (CMHC) Programs who self-identify as needing support around substance use.

Requirements

Lived experience with a psychiatric diagnosis and/or substance use
High school diploma or GED required
Ability to pass Red Cross, CPR, and First AID Certification
Valid Driver’s License and reliable vehicle for work purposes
Basic computer word processing skills

Nice To Haves

Completion of the Recovery Coach Academy or Certified Peer Specialist, preferred.
Completion of programming within 12 months of employment possible
Experience in advocacy or peer support preferred
college degree preferred
The ideal Recovery Coach will have the ability to engage and build respectful and collaborative relationships with peers, providers, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

Provide role-modeling to adults with substance use disorders within the CBHC’s Mobile Crisis Intervention and Crisis Stabilization Programs
Work with one individual at a time to establish and support the client’s Recovery Plan by helping to set short term goals and motivate the person toward recovery
Develop a helpful, confidential and supportive relationship with clients and provide informal guidance, act as a sounding board, and build client’s confidence and hope
Assist in arranging services to which the individual is being referred to after the Crisis intervention
Work with the member and family to support them during the transition and/or within the conjoined Crisis Stabilization Programs