Peer Recovery Coach & Life-Change Mentor

Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc.; Marshfield (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. in Machias & Calais Region is seeking a Recovery Coach to support individuals on their path to recovery from substance use disorders.

You will blend peer support, mentoring, and resource navigation to empower independence and wellness. You will build trusting relationships, identify personal goals, and connect people to housing, employment, healthcare, and community services while promoting hope and nonjudgmental support.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year in recovery or lived experience (self or family/friend) with substance use disorder.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Passion for helping others achieve recovery goals.
• Able to engage with compassion, respect, and without judgment.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful, trusting relationships with individuals in recovery.
• Share hope, encouragement, and recovery-focused support.
• Help individuals identify goals and develop recovery wellness plans.
• Connect people with treatment, housing, employment, healthcare and other resources.
• Assist individuals in overcoming barriers to accessing services.
• Facilitate skill development, problem-solving, and self-care strategies.
• Serve as an advocate, mentor, and positive role model in the recovery community.
• Participate in community outreach and recovery-focused education efforts.

Skills

Recovery experience

Compassionate communication

Lived experience

Reliable transportation

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aroostook Mental Health Services, Inc. in Machias & Calais Region is seeking a Recovery Coach to support individuals on their path to recovery from substance use disorders.

You will blend peer support, mentoring, and resource navigation to empower independence and wellness. You will build trusting relationships, identify personal goals, and connect people to housing, employment, healthcare, and community services while promoting hope and nonjudgmental support.