Recovery Coach — Empower Clients to Thrive

Mountainside; Ramsey (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Free meals on campus

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Mountainside Treatment Center in Ramsey, NJ is seeking a compassionate Recovery Coach to support clients in defining and achieving personal recovery goals. The role involves developing individualized Wellness Plans and guiding clients with regular communication and advocacy within our Connected Care Network.

You will collaborate with clinicians, families, and recovery teams, coordinate resources, and document progress in our EMR system.

Qualifications

• Experience in recovery coaching or substance use treatment is required.
• 1–2+ years in substance use recovery settings.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide at least one year of individualized support, education, and advocacy to clients and their families.
• Assist clients in locating personal and recovery-based resources (AA, NA, Al-Anon, therapists, etc.).
• Facilitate smooth transitions back to work, school, or home while supporting Mountainside’s continuing care plan.
• Educate and support families around communication, boundaries, and self-care.
• Schedule and document random toxicology screenings.
• Develop and monitor individualized Wellness Plans and support clients recovery pathway.
• Refer clients to clinical, medical, legal, or social services as needed.
• Monitor client progress and adapt support strategies accordingly.
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely reports in the EMR system.
• Collaborate with clinical, alumni, and recovery teams to promote continuity of care.

Skills

Strong communication

Recovery coaching experience

Evenings/weekends flexibility

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in related field

CARC certification preferred

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Mountainside Treatment Center in Ramsey, NJ is seeking a compassionate Recovery Coach to support clients in defining and achieving personal recovery goals. The role involves developing individualized Wellness Plans and guiding clients with regular communication and advocacy within our Connected Care Network.

You will collaborate with clinicians, families, and recovery teams, coordinate resources, and document progress in our EMR system.