Recovery Coach

Horizon House Careers•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Horizon House is seeking a compassionate, motivated Recovery Coach to support individuals pursuing recovery, independence, and community integration. The Recovery Coach serves as an advocate and support person, coordinating services and treatment planning, connecting participants with community resources, and helping them build the skills and confidence to thrive in their communities. The role works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team committed to person-centered, recovery-oriented care. The position involves community-based work, local travel within the service area, flexible scheduling opportunities, and direct participant engagement in office and community settings. It may require physical activities such as lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing stairs, as well as availability during emergencies, including severe weather.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Nursing, Vocational Rehabilitation, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, or a related human services field; equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will also be considered.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment.
Experience monitoring participant progress and maintaining service documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to a recovery-oriented, person-centered philosophy of care.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Coordinate participants’ treatment, recovery, and community integration plans.
Partner with participants to identify goals, develop action plans, and support progress toward greater independence.
Provide ongoing case management and recovery support services to participants and their families.
Connect participants with community resources, healthcare providers, employment services, housing supports, and other essential services.
Monitor participant progress and evaluate the effectiveness of services and supports.
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of participant interactions and service delivery.
Collaborate with internal teams and external providers to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Facilitate PRS groups.
Build trusting, supportive relationships with participants and their support networks.
Promote participant choice, self-advocacy, and recovery-focused decision-making.
Serve as a positive role model while encouraging personal growth and community engagement.