Description
AMHC is seeking a compassionate and recovery-oriented Full-Time Peer Recovery Coach in Caribou to provide non-clinical support services to individuals working to establish and maintain recovery from substance use disorders.
This role emphasizes respect, empowerment, self-direction, and hope, using lived experience to support others on their recovery journey.
Position Summary The Peer Recovery Coach provides peer support, education, advocacy, and linkage to community resources for individuals with substance use disorders. This position works in a variety of community settings and promotes recovery-based care through relationship-building, role modeling, and practical support.
Key Responsibilities Demonstrate Recovery-Based Values
Maintain a personal belief in recovery and optimism for others’ success
Respect and honor each individual’s unique recovery path
Value diversity and engage individuals at all stages of recovery
Serve as a positive peer role model
Linkage to Assessment & Treatment Services
Engage individuals in recovery centers, behavioral health settings, hospitals, shelters, law enforcement settings, and the community
Conduct Recovery Capital Assessments and support development of recovery goals and wellness plans
Assist with referrals and coordination of mental health and substance use services
Help remove barriers to care, including transportation when needed
Connect individuals to housing, medical care, insurance, and workforce resources
Peer Support & Recovery Coaching
Build trusting, supportive, non-judgmental relationships
Provide emotional support and identify when additional intervention is needed
Facilitate skill-building and psycho-educational groups (e.g., WRAP)
Teach coping, self-care, problem-solving, and recovery skills
Advocate for recoverees’ needs and support self-advocacy
Share lived recovery experience in a purposeful, supportive way
Community Outreach & Education
Participate in outreach activities
Assist in educating families and the community about recovery and stigma reduction
Offer recovery-focused trainings and in-services as needed
Policy, Documentation & Ethics
Follow all agency policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards
Complete required documentation and training
Participate in meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development
Identify opportunities for service improvement
General Expectations
Maintain confidentiality of client and agency information
Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment
Work collaboratively with team members and community partners
Be flexible to meet program needs, including occasional overtime
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Office and community-based settings with travel throughout the catchment area
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and use standard office equipment
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
Reasonable accommodations provided as needed
Supervisory Relationship This position is supervised by the Manager of the Substance Use Disorder Peer Support Center(s).
Why Join AMHC?
Mission-driven, recovery-focused work
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to use lived experience to make a meaningful impact
Training and professional growth opportunities
AMHC is an equal opportunity employer
Requirements
This position requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or its equivalent.
The individual must be in recovery for a minimum of one year and is willing to self-identify as a person in recovery; OR, have lived experience such as living with a family member or friend with a substance use disorder.
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Be trained in the Recovery Coach Academy CCAR Model (Connecticut Community of Addiction Recovery), as well as CCAR Ethics training. Once training is completed, a recovery coach will be required to register with the State of Maine as a registered recovery coach.
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This role emphasizes respect, empowerment, self-direction, and hope, using lived experience to support others on their recovery journey.
Position Summary The Peer Recovery Coach provides peer support, education, advocacy, and linkage to community resources for individuals with substance use disorders. This position works in a variety of community settings and promotes recovery-based care through relationship-building, role modeling, and practical support.
Key Responsibilities Demonstrate Recovery-Based Values
Maintain a personal belief in recovery and optimism for others’ success
Respect and honor each individual’s unique recovery path
Value diversity and engage individuals at all stages of recovery
Serve as a positive peer role model
Linkage to Assessment & Treatment Services
Engage individuals in recovery centers, behavioral health settings, hospitals, shelters, law enforcement settings, and the community
Conduct Recovery Capital Assessments and support development of recovery goals and wellness plans
Assist with referrals and coordination of mental health and substance use services
Help remove barriers to care, including transportation when needed
Connect individuals to housing, medical care, insurance, and workforce resources
Peer Support & Recovery Coaching
Build trusting, supportive, non-judgmental relationships
Provide emotional support and identify when additional intervention is needed
Facilitate skill-building and psycho-educational groups (e.g., WRAP)
Teach coping, self-care, problem-solving, and recovery skills
Advocate for recoverees’ needs and support self-advocacy
Share lived recovery experience in a purposeful, supportive way
Community Outreach & Education
Participate in outreach activities
Assist in educating families and the community about recovery and stigma reduction
Offer recovery-focused trainings and in-services as needed
Policy, Documentation & Ethics
Follow all agency policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards
Complete required documentation and training
Participate in meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development
Identify opportunities for service improvement
General Expectations
Maintain confidentiality of client and agency information
Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment
Work collaboratively with team members and community partners
Be flexible to meet program needs, including occasional overtime
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Office and community-based settings with travel throughout the catchment area
Ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and use standard office equipment
Ability to lift up to 10 pounds
Reasonable accommodations provided as needed
Supervisory Relationship This position is supervised by the Manager of the Substance Use Disorder Peer Support Center(s).
Why Join AMHC?
Mission-driven, recovery-focused work
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to use lived experience to make a meaningful impact
Training and professional growth opportunities
AMHC is an equal opportunity employer
Requirements
This position requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or its equivalent.
The individual must be in recovery for a minimum of one year and is willing to self-identify as a person in recovery; OR, have lived experience such as living with a family member or friend with a substance use disorder.
Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Be trained in the Recovery Coach Academy CCAR Model (Connecticut Community of Addiction Recovery), as well as CCAR Ethics training. Once training is completed, a recovery coach will be required to register with the State of Maine as a registered recovery coach.
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