Recovery coach

At Root Center for Advanced Recovery, we build relationships that empower patients with the courage and ability to change by providing guidance and support throughout every step of recovery. We are caring, knowledgeable professionals who believe in honoring the potential of every individual while continually renewing ourselves, embracing new perspectives, and recognizing that progress is the destination. For more than 150 years, we have remained committed to inspiring hope and strengthening the communities we serve.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, the Recovery Coach is responsible for providing recovery services to clients based on the consumers needs and preferences. The role is to serve as “recovery guide” and role model for persons served. When seeking to re-engage patients who meet program criteria, the worker will serve as a linkage with the counselor and as a support for the patient completing community referrals. Independence in the community is the ultimate goal of the program.

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability, a generous retirement plan with employer contributions, four weeks of PTO, paid holidays (including your birthday), professional development funding, annual bonus eligibility, excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour work week and no current on-call responsibilities, and eligibility for multiple NHSC Loan Repayment Programs.

Hourly Rate Range: $20.00 - $25.00

Essential Functions

Maintains a caseload of Intensive Case Management clients and is responsible for assisting them in various recovery life skills consistent with their needs and preferences:

• Guidance as to personal care & independent living skills
• Personal health & safety awareness
• Money management
• Transportation
• Interpersonal communications

The Recovery Coach will assist the client in successful completion of their recovery plan by:

• Monitoring client’s progress in completing recovery goals.
• Coordinating transportation for patients to necessary community services.
• Attending community meetings to market the program and to develop community resources.
• Advocating to ensure patients have access to and receive services from community-based programs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least (1) year experience in medical or mental health or a related area required. CCAR (Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery) Certification or Advocacy Unlimited Certification required. Experiential or actual knowledge of Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

EEO Statement:

Root Center is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Root considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Root Center discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.