Recovery Coach & Community Advocate (Part-Time)

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

Job description

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.