Recovery Coach: Jail & Community MAT Peer Specialist

Family Outreach Center, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Outreach Center, Inc. is seeking a full-time Peer Support/Recovery Coach to join a clinical team at the Kent County Correctional Facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The role provides jail and community-based support to individuals pursuing sustained recovery from substance use disorders, serving as a model and connector to community resources. Candidates will draw on their own recovery journey, help link clients to treatment and supports, and collaborate with multiple disciplines to

Qualifications

• Life experience with substance use is required.
• Ability to address recovery needs of individuals.
• Willingness to share personal recovery journey with clients.
• Ability to work in a team and with multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model through face-to-face meetings in jail and community settings.
• Provide ongoing support and link clients to community resources.
• Educate clients on substance use and related topics.
• Collaborate with a clinical team and use electronic records.

Skills

Life experience with substance use

Recovery-focused approach

Sharing personal recovery journey

Job description

Family Outreach Center, Inc. is seeking a full-time Peer Support/Recovery Coach to join a clinical team at the Kent County Correctional Facility in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The role provides jail and community-based support to individuals pursuing sustained recovery from substance use disorders, serving as a model and connector to community resources. Candidates will draw on their own recovery journey, help link clients to treatment and supports, and collaborate with multiple disciplines to