Recovery & Housing Stabilization Coordinator (SUD)

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless in Denver seeks an Addiction Specialist Coordinator to coordinate comprehensive care for clients with Substance Use Disorders, linking hospital discharges to outpatient, home health, nursing, psychiatry and case management to promote continuity and stabilization.

Embedded in the SIPPRA team, the role supports low-barrier access to treatment, helps launch a Contingency Management program, develops care plans, coordinates resources, monitors progress and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be substituted for position requirements on case-by-case basis.
• Must have and maintain in good standing, a Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of hire (with the exception of SSHC).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate comprehensive care for clients engaged in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment, ensuring integration across behavioral health, medical, psychiatric, and case management services.
• Facilitate access and continuity of care by coordinating referrals, transitions from hospitals or detox programs, and re-engagement following missed appointments or lapses in treatment.
• Support medication-assisted treatment (MAT) by collaborating with prescribers, nurses, and care teams to promote adherence, timely follow-up, and consistent client engagement.
• Implement and monitor Contingency Management (CM) initiatives to support recovery for individuals with stimulant and opioid use disorders, including tracking participation and documenting outcomes.
• Provide client-centered care management focused on stabilization, recovery, housing retention, and connection to long-term supports and benefits.
• Promote client safety and crisis stabilization through proactive engagement, crisis intervention, and coordination of emergency or behavioral health services as needed.
• Collaborate across disciplines and with community partners to enhance coordination, address systemic barriers, and improve access to services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) to support care continuity and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to a culture of quality improvement by identifying service gaps, sharing best practices, and participating in team learning and development.
• Ensure confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards in all interactions and documentation.
• Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Recovery-focused interventions

Motivational interviewing

Trauma-informed care

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice preferred

Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of hire

Education/experience substitution allowed

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless in Denver seeks an Addiction Specialist Coordinator to coordinate comprehensive care for clients with Substance Use Disorders, linking hospital discharges to outpatient, home health, nursing, psychiatry and case management to promote continuity and stabilization.

Embedded in the SIPPRA team, the role supports low-barrier access to treatment, helps launch a Contingency Management program, develops care plans, coordinates resources, monitors progress and