Youth Recovery Coach (Peer Specialist)

AllHealth Network; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AllHealth Network is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach based in Denver, CO, to support young adults in early recovery within a program embedding recovery supports into transitional shelter. The role focuses on building connections, guiding recovery pathways, and collaborating with a care team.

Ideal candidates have lived recovery experience, strong communication, and a commitment to helping youth experiencing homelessness access services and supports. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Formal peer specialist training in specific content areas as outlined by the state of Colorado preferred.
• Minimum of two years of active recovery from Substance Use Disorder and/or Mental Illness.
• Knowledge of multiple paths to recovery including therapeutic interventions, MAT and self-help options.
• Excellent customer service skills and strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, supportive peer relationship that fosters trust and allows for discussion of recovery options.
• Support the recovery path chosen by the client, including self-help meetings, coping strategies, MAT, harm reduction, abstinence, therapy, hospitalization, or independent recovery.
• Collaborate with colleagues, care providers and community resources to integrate complex services seamlessly.
• Work within a team-based model to ensure integrated care coordination and case management services.
• Motivate clients to participate in the program and their chosen form of recovery via therapeutic relationships and assertive outreach.
• Facilitate recovery support services such as peer mentoring, recovery resource connections, and leading recovery groups.

Skills

Recovery from substance use

Customer service

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma/GED

Peer specialist training (preferred)

Job description

AllHealth Network is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach based in Denver, CO, to support young adults in early recovery within a program embedding recovery supports into transitional shelter. The role focuses on building connections, guiding recovery pathways, and collaborating with a care team.

Ideal candidates have lived recovery experience, strong communication, and a commitment to helping youth experiencing homelessness access services and supports. Competitive benefits are offered.