Recovery Coach - ITRS

Ceicmh; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

CMHA-CEI in Lansing, Michigan seeks a Recovery Support Specialist to assist individuals with substance use disorders in navigating the local provider network and securing access to health and wellness resources.

The role emphasizes recovery goals, advocacy, and mentorship, helping clients engage with services and progress through levels of care, in a compliant, supportive framework.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Two years of recovery experience and navigation of treatment services.
• MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach certification or MCBAP certification, or must obtain within 1 year.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to communicate accurately and effectively in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Provide enhanced support for individuals with substance use disorders to access local provider networks.
• Assist consumers in navigating SUD services, supports and wellness resources.
• Support recovery goals and transitions between service levels and community supports.
• Serve as role model, mentor, advocate and motivator for recovery.
• Perform duties in alignment with CMHA-CEI policies and mission.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years in recovery from addiction

MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach certification

MCBAP Certified Peer Recovery Mentor certification

Job description

Responsibilities:

Under the clinical supervision for Integrated Treatment and Recovery Services (ITRS), provides an enhanced level of support for persons with substance use disorders and other behavioral health conditions in accessing and engaging with the local SUD provider network. Focus on improved access to care and community supports. Duties include helping consumers access and navigate the local SUD provider network, support systems and resources including health and wellness. Engage in supportive services on recovery goals to support access and transition between service levels and community supports. The Recovery Coach will serve as a role model, mentor, advocate and motivator to individuals seeking recovery support in order to help access services and supports, prevent relapse and promote long-term recovery. Responsible for carrying out all activities of the program in such a manner that fulfills the specific Health Care Setting and CMHA-CEI’s mission, policies and procedures.

Requirements:

Possession of high school diploma or G.E.D is required. Must have two continuous years in recovery from addiction(s) with experience navigating treatment services and/or prevention; experience receiving publicly funded treatment and recovery services for addiction. Two years of experience interacting with persons with substance use disorder required. Must possess the MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach certification and the MCBAP Certified Peer Recovery Mentor certification or must become certified within a maximum of one (1) year from date of hire or change in regulation. Ability to communicate accurately and effectively both orally and in writing is required. Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for job related use is required.

Conditional Employment Requirements:

Employment offers for this position will be contingent upon the results of a Michigan State Police Clearance, county jail background check, Medicaid/Medicare verification, educational background check, verification of an acceptable work history and an acceptable Michigan driving record. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen.

Salary/Hours:

$19.85- $22.23per hour with scheduled, annual increases that can result in an hourly rate of $25.80 per hour. 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday during business hours.

Location:

Integrated Treatment and Recovery Services, Lansing, Michigan

Equal Opportunity Employer:

CMHA-CEI’s promotion of diversity is fueled by the desire to seek equality of opportunity for all persons. CMHA-CEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.