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Recovery Coach

Job Details

Barnesville - 700 Veterans Pkwy - Barnesville, GA
Full Time
4 Year Degree
$18.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Up to 25%
Day
Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Summary:

The Recovery Coach works to provide both individual and group recovery services to assigned WestCare program participants who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder and/or mental illness. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Educates and refers clients to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address their need for food, shelter, clothing, employment, transportation, social service benefits, etc.;
  • Provides services that promote recovery and resiliency;
  • Assists assigned program participants with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community;
  • Acts as advocate on behalf of assigned program participants to improve access to needed services, information, and/or treatment;
  • Participates in clinical staffing decisions regarding the program participants current strengths, resources, and their need for additional resources;
  • Completes documentation of services on provided forms and submit billing in a timely manner;
  • Provides support and supervision to assigned program participants;
  • Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community;
  • Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
  • Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensures:

  • Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates;
  • Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

 

Education:

  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

 

Experience and Competencies:

  • Three (3) or more years in a similar outside role or another position within WestCare is required;
  • Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred;
  • Excellent communication skills are required;
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;
  • Ability to work well in a team environment required ;
  • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;
  • Professional appearance and demeanor required;
  • Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;
  • Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;
  • Bilingual ability is preferred;
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system is preferred;
  • Prior experience using office equipment, including phones, scanners, printers, and fax machines, and web cameras is highly desired;

 

Working Conditions:

  • Work is primarily performed in an office or residential treatment setting;
  • Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locations will be required;
  • Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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