Recovery Coach
About The Position
Monte Nido River Towns is a residential treatment program in Irvington, New York, serving adults seeking treatment for Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, or Exercise Addiction. Its treatment approach focuses on restoring physiological and nutritional balance, establishing healthy eating and exercise routines, eliminating harmful behaviors, and developing motivation and treatment engagement. The program aims to help each client understand their disorder and its effects, as well as identify what is needed for their individual recovery. The Recovery Coach supports clients through their recovery journey and provides interventions consistent with their treatment plans. The role includes assisting with food preparation and meal supervision, supporting healthy connections in the treatment milieu, observing clients, and occasionally driving them to off-site appointments and activities. Available shifts are 6:15 a.m.–2:15 p.m., 2:15 p.m.–10:15 p.m., and 10:15 p.m.–6:15 a.m. Pay is $17–$22, plus weekend and overnight differentials. This is a per diem, onsite position.
Requirements
- At least two years of post-high-school education.
- Valid state-issued driver’s license and a safe driving history.
- Good communication and client relations skills.
- Service orientation, flexibility, and ability to work as a member of a team.
- At least one year of experience in a mental or behavioral health setting is highly desired and required in some states.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology preferred.
Responsibilities
- Integrate into and support clients through their recovery journey.
- Provide support and intervention consistent with each client’s treatment plan.
- Engage clients in developing healthy and appropriate connections with other clients in the milieu and with the team.
- Assist with food preparation and setup; model and supervise client meals and snacks.
- Gain exposure to therapeutic groups and develop core skills to promote clinical growth.
- Conduct rounds and provide observations.
- Occasionally drive clients off-site for appointments and activities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
