Case Manager - Recovery Coach

SOUTH MIDDLESEX OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Springfield, Massachusetts

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group recovery support services to patients with substance use disorders to help them achieve sustained recovery. Responsibilities include establishing recovery plans, attending Drug Court sessions, and transporting clients to community resources.

Qualifications

You have completed Recovery Coach Academy training and possess a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) designation, or will obtain it within 12 months of employment. You also have lived experience in recovery and are bilingual in Spanish, enabling you to provide effective support and establish recovery plans for individuals with substance use disorder.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Recovery Coach Academy training

Certified addiction Recovery Coach (CARC)

Bilingual Spanish

Facilitate recovery groups

MA driver's license

CORI background check

Job Description

Summary: The Case Manager - Recovery Coach (CMRC) will provide recovery support services to patients with substance use disorder (SUD) and will assist patients in achieving sustained recovery.   This position will maintain ongoing patient support of recovery, as well as ambivalence and will serve as a motivator.

Why Work for SMOC?

  • Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
  • Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment.
  • Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer.
  • Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer
  • EyeMed Vision Insurance
  • 403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one.
  • Additional voluntary benefits including – additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual and group support to referred clients, collaborate with staff as needed.
  • Attend weekly Drug Court sessions.
  • Establish a recovery plan with each individual.
  • Provide related information and referrals to community-based resources.
  • Maintain accurate client files and records, complete required paperwork.
  • Drive clients to appropriate recovery activities.
  • Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
  • Attend & participate in team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
  • Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as SMOC policies & procedures.  
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

  • Completion of Recovery Coach Academy training is required and Certified addiction Recovery Coach “CARC” designation required within the first 12 months of employment  
  • An open mind to the many paths of recovery 
  • Have lived experience in recovery 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills 
  • Must currently be or have previously been a recipient of the Addiction Recovery Services  
  • Bilingual Spanish Language skills required  
  • Ability to facilitate recovery groups  
  • Demonstrated understanding of competence in serving culturally diverse populations 
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team 
  • Ability to transport clients to appointments 
  • Valid MA driver’s license, reliable transportation and ability to meet insurance standards 

Organizational Relationship: Directly reports to Substance Use Program Counselor. Direct reports of this position are none.  

Physical Requirements: Ability to drive. Ability to ascend and descend stairs.  

Working Conditions: This position will be located at Open Door Social Services. Travel with clients is required.   As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Recovery Coach will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by Open Door in various programs funded or administered through the City of Springfield Department of Health and Human Services – Health Services for the Homeless Health Center.  A successful CORI background check is required.


Monday through Friday: 8:30AM - 4:30PM. Includes a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.
35 Hours per week

SOUTH MIDDLESEX OPPORTUNITY COUNCIL

South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC), founded in 1965 as part of the Federal War on Poverty, has evolved to meet a wider range of challenges that people in our communities face. Our four main areas of programming include: Behavioral Health Services | Comprehensive Housing Services | Employment and Education | Family and Nutrition. SMOC is a multi-service umbrella organization that works in the community to provide opportunities to enhance self-sufficiency. Headquartered in Framingham, Mass, the agency has expanded to meet housing needs of homeless and formerly homeless individuals in the greater Worcester region and became the Greater Worcester Housing Connection. We also are affiliated with the Open Pantry Community Services in Springfield to provide additional housing, food and supportive services throughout Western MA. Our mission is "To improve the quality of life of low-income and disadvantaged individuals and families by advocating for their needs and rights; providing services; educating the community; building a community of support; participating in coalitions with other advocates and searching for new resources and partnerships"​ SMOC programs apply best known practices in environments that are client-centered, strength-based and trauma-informed. To apply for our various positions, please follow this link www.smoc.org/opportunities.php
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