Recovery Coach - Belding SUD Offices

Samaritas; Greenville (MI); On-site; USD 30,307,000 - 33,062,000; Part time

Job summary

Samaritas in Michigan is seeking a Recovery Coach to empower individuals and families navigating substance use recovery. This in‑person, part‑time role (approx.

24 hours/week) at our Belding location emphasizes lived experience, empathy, and advocacy to support clients’ recovery journeys. You’ll partner with clinicians and care teams to create personalized recovery plans, connect people to resources, and build bridges to the recovery community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Lived recovery experience with at least 2 years of sobriety as part of qualification.
• Peer Recovery Support (PRS) certification (or willingness to obtain).
• CCAR certification preferred.
• Experience working with individuals or families in recovery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with clients to develop individualized recovery plans.
• Help identify goals, strengths, and recovery resources.
• Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, and care teams to support treatment plans.
• Serve as a bridge between clients and the recovery community.
• Attend community events and recovery meetings to build connections and awareness.
• Support and evaluate community recovery resources and identify gaps.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute insights from a lived experience perspective.
• Work alongside providers and community partners to ensure coordinated care.
• Support clients receiving MAT and other services in alignment with care guidelines.
• Build relationships with community partners and referral sources.
• Assist with outreach efforts and share information about available services.
• Provide recommendations to strengthen programs through feedback and quality improvement processes.

Skills

Lived experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Advocacy & engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

PRS certification

CCAR certification preferred

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Location: Belding SUD Offices (10514)
Status: Part time ~ 24 hours per week, in office
Pay: $18.50/hour

Turn Your Lived Experience Into Lasting Impact

Are you in recovery and passionate about helping others begin or sustain their journey? We’re looking for a Recovery Coach who brings lived experience, empathy, and strength to support individuals and families navigating Substance Use Disorder.

In this role, you’ll serve as a mentor, advocate, and connector—helping clients access resources, build recovery plans, and find hope in their path forward. Your voice and experience will make a difference every day.

Why Samaritas?

Samaritas is a Michigan-based, faith-driven human services organization committed to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Our work is rooted in compassion, service, and transformation.

What You’ll Do

As a Recovery Coach, you’ll support clients through connection, guidance, and advocacy:

Client Support & Recovery Planning

• Partner with clients to develop individualized recovery plans
• Help identify goals, strengths, and recovery resources
• Collaborate with clinicians, case managers, and care teams to support treatment plans

Community Engagement & Advocacy

• Serve as a bridge between clients and the recovery community
• Attend community events and recovery meetings to build connections and awareness
• Support and evaluate community recovery resources and identify gaps
• Participate in team meetings and contribute insights from a lived-experience perspective
• Work alongside providers and community partners to ensure coordinated care
• Support clients receiving MAT and other services in alignment with care guidelines
• Build relationships with community partners and referral sources
• Assist with outreach efforts and share information about available services
• Provide recommendations to strengthen programs through feedback and quality improvement processes

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required (bachelor’s preferred)
• Lived experience in substance use and recovery with at least 2 years of sobriety required
• Peer Recovery Support (PRS) certification (or willingness to obtain)
• CCAR certification preferred
• Experience working with individuals or families in recovery preferred

What Sets You Apart

• Ability to build trust and inspire hope through shared experience
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
• Passion for advocacy, education, and community engagement

Additional Requirements

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license with a good driving record
• Monday - Friday, in-person role to most effectively support clientele

Why This Role Matters

Your story has power. In this role, you’ll use it to guide, uplift, and empower others as they rebuild their lives in recovery.

Make Your Experience Matter