Peer Recovery Coach at Everest Recovery Centers LLC – Saco, Maine

Everest Recovery Centers is run by seasoned veterans in the substance use treatment field. Our mission is to improve lives and strengthen communities, one connection at a time.

We help people rebuild their self-esteem and reestablish their roles as productive family members through our services, which include medication assisted treatment, diagnostic assessment, recurrence prevention and support groups, addiction education, counseling, and more.

Current Opening:

We are currently seeking a Part-time Peer Recovery Coach for our Saco, ME facility. Hours are 7am-11am, Monday-Friday.

Benefits:

Everest Recovery provides an exceptional benefits package which includes:

• Collaborative, Patient-Centered Culture
• Generous Paid Leave
• 401(k) Retirement plan w/company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional supplemental insurances available as well
• Professional Development

Position Summary:

The Peer Recovery Coach assists patients in identifying treatment needs, while establishing and building a relationship and trust. Responsible for accurate documentation of each case, ensuring patient’s rights and following the Code of Ethics. Works under the direct supervision of a Certified Clinical Supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help patients become familiar with policy and regulations.
• Collaborate with counseling staff, nursing and team members in coordinating patient care
• Provide assistance with case Management and referral services as needed
• Daily completion of all notations (including progress notes), filing and maintenance of patient’s chart
• Assist as needed with the intake process for new patients
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups
• Motivate and encourage patient’s participation in treatment
• Additional administrative duties as needed including occasional reception desk functions
• Assist the director with special projects

• Able to be certified in the State of Maine as a Peer Recovery Coach
• Excellent writing and documentation skills
• Understanding the community & stakeholders
• Positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work on a multidisciplinary team
• Be an individual who is in recovery or willing be a recovery ally.
• Highschool Diploma or GED