Recovery Coach - Peer Support & Community Wellness

The Brien Center; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brien Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Recovery Coach to support peers through recovery coaching practices, connecting them with community resources and fostering self-determination. You will promote hope, healthy living, and harm-reduction concepts across diverse populations.

Weekdays, 1st shift. Requires Recovery Coach Certification, BSAS trainings, and strong communication skills; experience with MS Office and community outreach is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Certification from an approved Recovery Coach curriculum to include Recovery Coach Academy.
• Continued BSAS and other accredited Trainings and Certifications as required for the Recovery Coach professional.
• GED/ HS Diploma. 3-5 years of Human Service background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support peers using recovery coach methods to promote self-determination and decision making.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethics and HIPAA in all interactions.
• Connect individuals with recovery supports and encourage hope and healthy living.
• Support community members including those in shared residences and diverse settings.
• Engage with harm reduction and medication-assisted treatment concepts as needed.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Diversity & Inclusion

Ethics & Confidentiality

Spanish language

Community resources

Harm reduction

Open to MAT concepts

Education

Recovery Coach Certification

BSAS Training Certifications

GED/HS Diploma

Job description

The Brien Center in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Recovery Coach to support peers through recovery coaching practices, connecting them with community resources and fostering self-determination. You will promote hope, healthy living, and harm-reduction concepts across diverse populations.

Weekdays, 1st shift. Requires Recovery Coach Certification, BSAS trainings, and strong communication skills; experience with MS Office and community outreach is beneficial.