Recovery Coach & Wellness Advocate

South Shore Association dba SAIL; Baldwin (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Shore Association dba SAIL in Baldwin, NY seeks a Recovery Coach to help clients move toward stability, using personal recovery experience to model progress.

You will connect clients with community resources, support housing partners, provide counseling on medication and coping, and assist with WRAP planning and follow-up after discharge. This is an on-site role at 1976 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• 3+ years experience as a mental health recipient and role model.
• Certification by the Academy of Peer Services preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Support clients' community integration and socialization with resources and activities.
• Assist housing partners in accessing outside supports, including Wrap-Around services.
• Provide counseling and education on medication, symptoms, coping, and recovery.
• Develop Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP) and follow up after discharge.
• Coordinate services with treatment teams and housing staff; maintain communication.
• Participate in supervision, staff development, and trainings when scheduled.
• Respond to emergencies, complete reports on time, and perform other duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Respond to supervision

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified by Academy of Peer Services (or in progress)

Job description

The South Shore Association dba SAIL in Baldwin, NY seeks a Recovery Coach to help clients move toward stability, using personal recovery experience to model progress.

You will connect clients with community resources, support housing partners, provide counseling on medication and coping, and assist with WRAP planning and follow-up after discharge. This is an on-site role at 1976 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY.