Part-Time Peer Recovery Coach: Empower Wellness & Hope

Victory Programs Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental premium contribution

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Victory Programs Inc. is seeking a part-time Peer Recovery Coach to support individuals in recovery at the Jamaica Plain Recovery Center.

You will provide peer-based, strength-focused support, assist with recovery planning, and connect members to community resources, while working on Fridays and Saturdays on-site in a recovery-oriented environment. The role requires the Recovery Oriented Systems of Care understanding, completion of core trainings, and collaboration with a diverse team to promote

Qualifications

• Must understand and believe in the Recovery Oriented Systems of Care model.
• Completion of Recovery Coach Academy and Ethical Considerations trainings required (May be completed within 6-12 months of hire).
• Current TB Screening (may be obtained upon hire)
• Current CPR Certification (may be obtained upon hire)
• Three strong professional work references: 2 from a supervisor or manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide members with strength-based one-on-one peer support, recovery planning, recovery capital and pathway exploration.
• Provide support in overcoming barriers and navigating the recovery system, as well as the greater recovery community.
• Run groups and activities for members, as well as assist in the development of programming and services.
• Assist individuals in identifying and/or overcoming barriers to recovery.
• Assist individuals in identifying, developing, and achieving their own personal wellness goals.
• Connect individuals to recovery support systems while encouraging hope, optimism, and health.
• Assist in building skills that promote the person’s recovery and self-sufficiency.
• Provide appropriate referrals to care, connection and other services that members may be interested in.
• Work in collaboration with staff to implement person-centered, recovery-oriented, and trauma-informed care.
• Enforce all policies and procedures of Victory Programs, Inc.
• Work collaboratively with all staff to provide individualized services to all clients.
• Act in accordance with Victory Programs Standards of Excellence & Philosophy Care, including maintaining professional ethics, boundaries, and client confidentiality, and working from a strength-based perspective.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Recovery Coach Academy completion

CARC certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Victory Programs Inc. is seeking a part-time Peer Recovery Coach to support individuals in recovery at the Jamaica Plain Recovery Center.

You will provide peer-based, strength-focused support, assist with recovery planning, and connect members to community resources, while working on Fridays and Saturdays on-site in a recovery-oriented environment. The role requires the Recovery Oriented Systems of Care understanding, completion of core trainings, and collaboration with a diverse team to promote