Recovery Coach

Harbor House, Inc; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off after 90 days

Life insurance

Ten paid holidays

Job summary

Harbor House, Inc. in Hot Springs, AR is seeking a Recovery Coach to assess clients and families, identify barriers to short- and long-term recovery, and document progress.

The role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, time management, and familiarity with counseling regulations; certification as a Counselor in Training (CIT) or Alcohol and Drug Counselor, as well as QBHP training, are required or must be completed within six months.

Qualifications

• Proficient interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements at local, state and federal level.
• Must be registered as Counselor in Training (CIT) or certified as Alcohol and Drug Counselor; QBHP training required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, conduct and document individual coaching sessions.
• Maintain client records to include documentation of progress.
• Coordinate case management appointments with outside agencies and transport for residential clients.
• Complete discharge procedure including aftercare planning and checkout.
• Attend weekly Learning Labs.
• Maintain availability for clients.
• Screen prospective clients and assist admission decisions.
• For residential coaches, perform Regional Detoxification Specialist duties and log medications.
• Conduct drug testing and document results.
• Follow company policies and multitask as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

GED or high school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Recovery Coach

Location: Hot Springs, AR

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assessing the immediate needs of clients and their families and identifying potential barriers to short and long-term recovery.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily in a timely manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. This person must be proficient in interpersonal and communication skills, as well as time management and organizational skills. Registration in the state as a Counselor in Training (CIT) or certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor is required. Completion of a Qualified Behavioral Health Provider (QBHP) training is required. Must be knowledgeable of all local, state and federal regulatory requirements.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum of a GED or high school diploma; Bachelor’s degree in the human service field is preferred. Applicants must register as a Counselor in Training (CIT) or be certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Within six months of eligibility to test for the ADC exam, the exam must be scheduled and taken.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Job Duties

• Schedule, conduct and document individual coaching sessions
• Maintain client records to include documentation of progress
• Coordinate case management appointments with outside agencies and support staff transport for residential clients; satellite office Recovery Coaches provide transports for their clients
• Complete discharge procedure including documentation, aftercare planning and check- out
• Attend weekly Learning Labs
• Maintain availability for clients
• Assist in screening of prospective clients and admission of clients deemed appropriate for services
• For coaches working in residential settings – perform Regional Detoxification Specialist duties, as assigned; and dispense and log medications
• Conduct drug testing, to include gathering of specimen and completing documentation
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Multitask, prioritize and manage time, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

If not certified or licensed, must complete an initial -40- hour classroom training to obtain a QBHP certificate. Ongoing training will consist of at least eight hours of training each twelve- month period. The training may, in part, be conducted in the field. Documentation of in-service hours will be maintained in the employee’s personnel files and will be available for inspection by regulatory agencies.

Per insurance requirements, all employees must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.

Benefit package includes employee health, dental, and vision insurance; PTO after 90 days, life insurance, and ten paid holidays.