Family Recovery & Support Coach

DCCCA Day Reporting Ctr; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

DCCCA Day Reporting Ctr in Topeka, KS seeks a Recovery Support Specialist who can provide safety, stability, and well-being for children and families during the referral period. You will work closely with the case manager to engage families and connect them with needed services.

Candidates should have lived recovery experience and knowledge of recovery resources. This role requires a valid driver's license and willingness to travel between DCCCA locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires lived experience with substance abuse and recovery.
• Knowledge of available recovery resources and services.
• Personal experience with child welfare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety, stability, and well-being support for children and families.
• Coordinate with case manager and family to complete assessments.
• Respond to family crises promptly and meet with clients weekly for one-on-one support.
• Develop recovery plans and connect clients to medical appointments, counseling, support groups and other resources.
• Monitor client behavior, schedule, medication, and report deviations to professionals.
• Provide transportation and coordinate community resources as needed.
• Regularly drive to multiple DCCCA locations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lived recovery experience

Knowledge of recovery resources

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

DCCCA Day Reporting Ctr in Topeka, KS seeks a Recovery Support Specialist who can provide safety, stability, and well-being for children and families during the referral period. You will work closely with the case manager to engage families and connect them with needed services.

Candidates should have lived recovery experience and knowledge of recovery resources. This role requires a valid driver's license and willingness to travel between DCCCA locations as needed.