Job Information
South Middlesex Opportunity Council Peer Recovery Coach in Framingham, Massachusetts
SUMMARY
Provide non-clinical, peer-based activities and facilitate groups at the Anchored in Recovery Support Center that engage, educate, and support and individual in their recovery from substance use,
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide individual and group support to referred and self-referred members, walk-ins and during in-crisis situations.
Maintain consistent communication with re coverees in-person or via text, email, p hone, or video utilizing agency provided equipment.
Establish a nd regularly update a recovery plan individual ized to member needs.
Create and m aintain accurate files and records, complete required ongoing paperwork.
Ensure confidentiality of recoveree member, employee and Agency information in accordance with federal and stat e laws and funder requirements.
Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings as needed.
Collaborate and communicate with staff as needed
Attend & participate in team meetings as requested
Co llaborate and communicate effectively with members , staff, and external community-based resources.
Transport members to appropriate recovery activities as needed.
Ensure compliance with program /department, agency, and funder requirements, as well as SMOC policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Must have lived experience with substance use and be in recovery.
Sensitivity to experiences of members of diverse backgrounds.
Able to manage tasks and work Independently.
Able to complete Recovery Coach Academy Training.
Valid MA driver’s license, reliable access to transportation , and the ability to transport members using agency vehicles. meet insurance standards .
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP
Re ports directly to Recovery Coach S upervisor
Direct reports of this position are none .
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to drive.
Ability to ascend and descend stairs.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position may be located in a residence which may not be handicapped accessible. Some travel with recoverees is required. As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Recovery Coach will have direct or incidental contact with recoverees served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required. Dress is business casual.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace
Monday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 - 4:00
Tuesday, Wednesday 11:00 - 7:00
35 hours per week