Mental Health Recovery Coach – Community & Support

CooperRiis Healing Community; Mill Spring (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Sick Time accrual from day 1

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Company funded life insurance

Retirement plan & company match

Free Meals on shift

Job summary

CooperRiis Healing Community in Mill Spring, NC seeks an engaged Resident Support Associate to welcome new residents, guide orientation, and provide ongoing emotional and logistical assistance within a therapeutic community.

duties include tours for residents and families, coaching for engagement, crisis support with the clinical team, and transportation to appointments. You’ll participate in team meetings, train per policy, and contribute to a safety-focused, recovery-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience working with adults who have significant mental health challenges.
• 21+ years old with a valid NC driver's license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to train in garden and greenhouse activities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary welcoming and support for new residents, including orientation and ongoing support.
• Provide tours to new residents and families.
• Participate in team meetings and community activities.
• Offer relationship-oriented coaching to help residents acclimate and engage in community life.
• Assist clinical team in crisis management and one-to-one support.
• Record safety observations and maintain risk level documentation.
• Remind residents about medications and appointments; provide encouragement.
• Participate in supervision and mandatory training per policy.
• Transport residents to off-site appointments in coordination with nursing.
• Support CWS crews and lead a crew when needed.
• Assist in garden and greenhouse activities or train for backup roles.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by Farm Program Director.

Skills

Driver's license

Garden/greenhouse willingness

Crisis support

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

CooperRiis Healing Community in Mill Spring, NC seeks an engaged Resident Support Associate to welcome new residents, guide orientation, and provide ongoing emotional and logistical assistance within a therapeutic community.

duties include tours for residents and families, coaching for engagement, crisis support with the clinical team, and transportation to appointments. You’ll participate in team meetings, train per policy, and contribute to a safety-focused, recovery-oriented environment.