Recovery Coach & Community Support Partner

MaineHealth; Norway; On-site; NOK 390,000 - 576,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth's Stephens Hospital Behavioral Health unit is seeking a Peer Recovery Partner to provide one-on-one support in the community, at clients' homes, or at the work location. The role also involves group facilitation and helping individuals connect to wellness and recovery opportunities.

Candidates should have some college coursework, CIPSS or Recovery Coach training, a valid driver’s license, and experience with peer support. Computer proficiency and openness about recovery are valued.

Qualifications

• Education: Some college coursework preferred.
• License/Certifications: CIPSS Certification or Recovery Coach training may be required within 9 months of start date; valid driver’s license with insured vehicle.
• Experience: Experience providing one-on-one and/or group peer support preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements: Willingness to self-identify as in recovery and have computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to people in the community, at their homes and/or at the location where the peer works.
• Facilitate group sessions and support people in connecting to wellness/recovery opportunities in their communities.

Skills

One-on-one peer support facilitation

Group facilitation

Computer proficiency

Education

Some college coursework preferred

Job description

MaineHealth's Stephens Hospital Behavioral Health unit is seeking a Peer Recovery Partner to provide one-on-one support in the community, at clients' homes, or at the work location. The role also involves group facilitation and helping individuals connect to wellness and recovery opportunities.

Candidates should have some college coursework, CIPSS or Recovery Coach training, a valid driver’s license, and experience with peer support. Computer proficiency and openness about recovery are valued.