Peer Recovery Coach - Community Outreach & Support

Woodbridge Library; Port Reading (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 56.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Woodbridge Township seeks a Recovery Coach to guide individuals on their path to sustained recovery from substance use disorders within the Woodbridge community. You will build trusting relationships, develop personalized recovery plans, and connect clients with housing, treatment, and peer support resources.

You will work with healthcare providers and community partners, offering emotional support, advocacy, and practical assistance while documenting progress and maintaining follow-up contacts

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field preferred.
• CPRS training: must have completed the required CPRS training prior to hire; candidates working toward 500 hours may be considered.

Aufgaben

• Establish and maintain supportive, non-judgmental relationships with clients to encourage engagement in recovery activities.
• Assist clients in identifying personal recovery goals and developing individualized action plans.
• Provide ongoing emotional support, motivation, and practical assistance to help clients overcome obstacles.
• Connect clients with community resources such as treatment programs, housing, employment services, and peer support groups.
• Monitor client progress and adjust coaching strategies to promote sustained recovery.
• Conduct outreach and education to raise awareness about recovery services and reduce stigma within the community.
• Available to work with Blue Cares Court participants and conduct weekly follow-ups for 6+ months.
• Respond to overdose calls with hospital presence within one hour and conduct follow-up weekly for 8–12 weeks.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Empathy

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Cultural sensitivity

Adaptability

Driving

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field preferred

CPRS training completed

Jobbeschreibung

Woodbridge Township seeks a Recovery Coach to guide individuals on their path to sustained recovery from substance use disorders within the Woodbridge community. You will build trusting relationships, develop personalized recovery plans, and connect clients with housing, treatment, and peer support resources.

You will work with healthcare providers and community partners, offering emotional support, advocacy, and practical assistance while documenting progress and maintaining follow-up contacts