Recovery Coach

Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness•Bangor, ME

11h

About The Position

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW) is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team! If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team! WPHW is a non-profit organization that serves four federally recognized tribes located in five communities: the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Aroostook Band of Mi'kmaq, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Indian Township, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point, and the Penobscot Nation. Wabanaki traditions, language, and culture guide our approach and describe the ways we live in harmony with each other and the land we collectively share. Services are available to community members living on and off-reservation across the State of Maine. Position Summary : The Recovery Coach will provide support through natural engagement, role modeling and mentoring while inspiring health and wellness for those in recovery from mental illness, trauma, and addiction. Support will be provided through mutually interactive relationships individually, in groups and community levels.

Requirements

Must have cultural sensitivity to diverse populations and work well in a team.
Must understand and adhere to Federal and state requirements for HIPPA, Confidentiality Statutes, and all applicable mandatory reporting laws.
May involve transportation, valid Maine State Driver's License is required.
Possess strong time management skills and have a proven history of dependability.
Willingness to share personal recovery experiences as appropriate.
Will participate in regular individual and group supervision.
Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Encourage others to take personal responsibility for their own wellness and recovery.
Maintain a positive and professional attitude, while treating all peers with dignity and respect.
Participate in consultative reviews weekly.
Coordinate/Support peer social/cultural/recreational activities and peer recovery-based groups.
Community outreach and engagement.
Provide support with educational and employment goals.
Maintain records as needed for proper documentation.
Plan drop-in supportive environment: Coffee, snacks and fellowship time.
Support during crisis episodes/collaboration with team to promote stabilization in least restrictive environment.
Health promotion, system navigation and education.
Coordinate activities that promote healthy lifestyles, self- monitoring, effective management and foster holistic recovery substance abuse prevention, recovery, obesity, and smoking.
Perform other duties as assigned