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WestCare Foundation Recovery Coach in Barnesville, Georgia

Recovery Coach

Job Details

Job Location

Barnesville - 700 Veterans Pkwy - Barnesville, GA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Summary:

The Recovery Coach works to provide both individual and group recovery services to assigned WestCare program participants who have been diagnosed with a substance abuse disorder and/or mental illness. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Educates and refers clients to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address their need for food, shelter, clothing, employment, transportation, social service benefits, etc.;

  • Provides services that promote recovery and resiliency;

  • Assists assigned program participants with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community;

  • Acts as advocate on behalf of assigned program participants to improve access to needed services, information, and/or treatment;

  • Participates in clinical staffing decisions regarding the program participants current strengths, resources, and their need for additional resources;

  • Completes documentation of services on provided forms and submit billing in a timely manner;

  • Provides support and supervision to assigned program participants;

  • Assists other WestCare staff as needed to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community;

  • Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;

  • Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Certifications/Licensures:

  • Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred;Preference will be given certified candidates;

  • Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

    Education:

  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

    Experience and Competencies:

  • Three (3) or more years in a similar outside role or another position within WestCare is required;

  • Two (2) years of experience in providing direct counseling services to persons with alcohol and/or drug problems is preferred;

  • Excellent communication skills are required;

  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;

  • Ability to work well in a team environment required ;

  • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;

  • Professional appearance and demeanor required;

  • Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served;

  • Intake and assessment experience is highly preferred;

  • Bilingual ability is preferred;

  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system is preferred;

  • Prior experience using office equipment, including phones, scanners, printers, and fax machines, and web cameras is highly desired;

    Working Conditions:

  • Work is primarily performed in an office or residential treatment setting;

  • Some outdoor activities and travel between multiple locationswillbe required;

  • Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.

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