Recovery Mentor

Recovery Mentor

SUMMARY:  The Recovery Mentor provides and coordinates recovery support services in the community for patients.  This position works directly with patients and on behalf of patients to reinforce treatment goals and access resources in the community, promoting a recovery-oriented lifestyle.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: 

• Assist patients in accessing alcohol and drug free housing, medical and emergency services and other community resources, such as sourcing food, submitting rental and employment applications, and utilities assistance.
• Assist patients meeting recovery goals.
• Facilitate connection to the recovery community and other supports that may reinforce the goals of treatment.
• Teach and model positive recovery behaviors while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Facilitate peer recovery and life skills groups.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with individuals and organizations in the recovery community.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, work groups, committees, trainings, and applicable community organized events. 
• Use agency network and electronic health records to document all relevant contacts with or in regard to patients.
• Promote community integration and positive outcomes in the areas housing, employment, education, family and social support and recovery.
• Assist in the tracking of critical data elements necessary for program reporting.
• Accompany and drive patients to recovery related appointments.

• Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values: 

• Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments. 
• Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions.
• Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve. 
• Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: 

• Assist the team by providing short-term relief coverage and/or basic training for other staff members.

Qualifications

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Must obtain Certified Addictions Recovery Mentor Certification with MHACBO or a Peer Support Specialist certification with OHA within six months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within 90 days of hire.
• Crisis Prevention certification (such as CPI) within 90 days of hire.
• A valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle, including a passenger van for residential settings.
• Must be able to perform Basic Life Support for 15 minutes continuously and maintain BLS certification.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to follow infection control practices and safely work in patient-focused environment.
• Must be able to negotiate a staircase, reach, and handle objects.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
• Must be able to operate a personal computer for extended periods of time

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to work independently and within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Reliable transportation between multiple worksites.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are required of this position.
• A negative result on all pre-employment, reasonable basis, and post-accident drug screens.
• An acceptable criminal record as determined by DHS, the Oregon Administrative Rules, and the Oregon Revised Statutes; and no current supervised parole or probation.
• An acceptable driving record and automobile insurance coverage as recommended by CODA’s automobile insurance provider

Salary : $23 - $24