Student Recovery Support Coach — High School

Community Counseling Center, Cape Girardeau, MO; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 paid days off first year + birthday

Seven paid holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life/ LTD

Retirement auto-enrollment

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Employee referral program

Additional optional benefits

Job summary

Community Counseling Center in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist/Coach for a full-time, school-aligned role at a Recovery High School program. The position provides direct support to students, promotes academic success, emotional wellness, and sustained recovery from substance use, working with therapists, staff, families, and partners.

The role emphasizes mentorship, development of recovery plans, and skills like stress management and self-advocacy, with shifts 8:00 AM

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain CPS and MRSS credentials.
• Must self-identify as being in recovery from a co-occurring and/or substance use disorder to effectively model and support clients.
• Minimum of two years in sustained recovery.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Proof of current auto insurance and acceptable driving record per agency policy.

Responsibilities

• Share lived experience with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders to inspire and guide students (when applicable).
• Promote recovery as a lifestyle and serve as a positive role model.
• Provide individual and group support to students.
• Assist students in developing and maintaining personalized recovery plans, including identifying triggers and setting goals.
• Teach skills such as stress management, emotional regulation, communication, and self-advocacy.
• Support students in building healthy support systems and connecting with peer/self-help groups.
• Encourage development of self-care and coping strategies.
• Collaborate with clinical and school staff to support student success.
• Participate in team meetings and treatment planning discussions.
• Represent the student perspective in team and planning meetings.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency, DMH, CARF, and other regulatory standards.
• Transport students as needed using an agency or personal vehicle.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Peer Support (CPS) credential

Missouri Recovery Support Specialist (MRSS) credential

Job description

Community Counseling Center in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a Recovery Support Specialist/Coach for a full-time, school-aligned role at a Recovery High School program. The position provides direct support to students, promotes academic success, emotional wellness, and sustained recovery from substance use, working with therapists, staff, families, and partners.

The role emphasizes mentorship, development of recovery plans, and skills like stress management and self-advocacy, with shifts 8:00 AM