Recovery Coach

Advocates; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Recovery Coach based in Massachusetts. The role emphasizes peer-centered support, connecting individuals to community resources, and promoting recovery outside the mental health system.

Responsibilities include leading group activities, advocating for autonomy, and collaborating with a diverse team to ensure person-centered care. Minimum education includes a High School Diploma/GED with relevant experience; a driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Strongly prefer demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle to transport clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group peer support services to people receiving services from Advocates’ Behavioral Health Services.
• Advocate for programs, environments, policies, procedures and attitudes that support personal autonomy and promote recovery.
• Develop, maintain and share current information on community resources related to the interests of those supported.
• Coordinate and lead informal groups related to peer support, recovery, resiliency, and resources.
• Advocate for those worked with, promoting autonomy and access to resources and supports.
• Connect with the larger community and other peer support providers for best practices and mutual support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or HS+1yr experience

Job description

Overview

Starting Rate: $21.50/hour

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 8am-4pm and Wednesday 11am-7pm

This position is based out of No One Walks Alone (NOWA).

Recovery Coaches are fully integrated team members who identify as a former recipient of recovery services and now use that experience to provide individual and group support to people receiving services from Advocates’ Behavioral Health Services. Recovery Coaches approach their work with hope, promote self-determination, and assist in connecting people to resources, supports and opportunities in the larger community outside of the mental health system. Recovery Coaches provide expertise and consultation to the entire Division to help create a culture in which the point of view and preferences of each person we support are recognized, understood, respected, honored, validated and integrated into all services, support, treatment, rehabilitation and community recovery activities.

Who We Are

At Advocates, we provide comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges.

We’rea nonprofit, mission-driven organization with a person-centered approach, empowering the individuals we support to make choices, build independence, and live full, meaningful lives. Our work is rooted in respect, compassion, and inclusion, and we envision a world where individual differences are appreciated and celebrated.

At Advocates, we value the ideas, experiences, and contributions of employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, welcoming culture where everyone can grow and thrive.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group peer support services to people receiving services from Advocates’ Behavioral Health Services.
• Advocate for programs, environments, policies, procedures and attitudes that support personal autonomy wherever possible and promote recovery and the idea of life.
• Develop, maintain and share current information on community resources related to the interests of those they support.
• Coordinate and lead informal groups related to peer support, recovery, resiliency, and resources.
• Advocate for the people with whom they work, promoting their autonomy, protecting their rights, and providing access to resources, information, skills and supports.
• Connect and network with the larger community and other area peer support providers for the purposes of developing best practices, gathering community resources and mutual support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field; or High School Diploma/GED and 1 year related experience.
• Must currently be or have previously been a recipient of the Addiction Recovery Services.
• Strongly prefer that a candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and competence in serving culturally diverse populations.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, access to an operational and insured vehicle and be willing to use it to transport clients.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.