Recovery Mentor-Taylor Center

BestCare Treatment Services Inc • Bend, OR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) provides support and directs services to people from the Residential, Detox and Outpatient Programs. CRMs will also assist people from other programs on a limited basis as needed, and provides regular support to clients through direct interactions, advocacy, and provision of transportation and referrals to community-based resources, as well as facilitation of classes, support groups, and group activities. The role requires alignment with BestCare's mission, vision, and values, and supports a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Professionalism, confidentiality, and timely completion of training are expected.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Requires 2 years Sobriety with CRM provided by the company
• Familiarity with the substance-abusing population and people with disabilities
• For individuals recovering from the disease of addiction, must have maintained continuous sobriety for the previous one (1) year at the time of hire (temporarily reduced from 2 years)
• Current certification for Recovery Mentor issued by the State licensing body. New Hires that do not hold a current certification must obtain the certification within 30 days.
• Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver License or ability to obtain one upon hire and be insurable under the organization’s auto liability coverage policy (minimum 21 years of age and at least 3 years without any DUI or moving violations)

Nice To Haves

• PSS or other THW certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Provides recovery coaching to people involved with BestCare Treatment Services through telephone contact, client transportation, during activities, and limited home visits.
• Supervises sober housing as needed.
• Assists with preparation and clean-up for evening groups.
• Provides individual, couples, and family support.
• Attends program and all staff meetings as well as weekly supervision meetings.
• Provides direct support to detoxing clients as needed and to clients transitioning from detox to outpatient services.
• Works with the Supervisor to design and implement education, referral, and parent components of the program.
• Facilitates classes and support groups along with group activities to ensure they are sufficiently supervised and run smoothly.
• Maintains case notes of client contact.
• Completes attendance sheets, required report forms, and reports client participation to Supervisor.
• Maintains a personal recovery program, if appropriate, and models recovery-appropriate behavior.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Works in alignment with BestCare’s mission, vision, values.
• Supports the organization’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strives to meet Program/Department goals and supports the organization’s strategic goals.
• Adheres to the organization’s Code of Conduct, Business Ethics, Employee Handbook, and all other relevant policies, procedures, and compliance needs.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality per HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Oregon Statutes.
• Attends required program/staff meetings and completes assigned training timely and satisfactorily.
• Ensures that any required certifications and/or licenses are kept current and renewed timely.
• Works independently as well as participates as a positive, collaborative team member.
• Performs other organizational duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED