Recovery Coach

at MaineHealth in Brunswick, Maine, United States

Job Description

Description  MaineHealth Behavioral Health

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 18791

Summary:
The Recovery Coach role provides outreach counseling services to persons incarcerated as well as for persons released from jail who have substance abuse problems. This includes facilitation of self help and support groups, individual consultation and referrals for recovery services.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education: Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Case Management, Human Services and/or Mental Health treatment preferred.
License/Certifications: Eligibility for Maine Certification/Licensure in Alcohol and Drug Counseling preferred.
Experience: Experience in counseling, community collaboration related to substance use issues.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Two years of sobriety if in recovery at time of hire required.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Alyssa K. Lewis at alyssa.lewis@mainehealth.org

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.