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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

At-Risk Youth Peer Recovery Coach

St. Clair County Day Treatment/Night Watch - 1170 Michigan Road Port Huron, MI 48060

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$40K/yr - $53K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking an At-Risk Youth Peer Recovery Coach to provide non-clinical services to individuals in the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program. The role focuses on aiding youth in establishing and maintaining recovery from addiction through support, education, and advocacy.

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Responsibilities

Work in conjunction with the individual’s mental health therapist to provide peer services to youth who struggle with the use of substances

Assist youth involved with the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program in developing activities and behaviors that support sustained recovery

Assist in facilitating recovery education with the assigned mental health therapist

Assist in navigating recovery support systems

Demonstrate positive beliefs and feelings regarding youth with varying levels of need

Ensure consistent communication is made with the Day Treatment/Night Watch Program and Probation Officers

Provide case notes for every intervention provided

Identify gaps and barriers for the individual, communicate with appropriate staff, and assist in creating effective treatment plans

Promote advocacy for youth that struggle with substance use within the program and the community

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Peer Recovery Coach certificationExperience in recoveryChild Development knowledgeAt-risk youthMicrosoft Office proficiencyCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Have at least two continuous years in recovery from addiction and be in sustained recovery

Graduation from an accredited high school (GED acceptable) supplemented by college coursework in the following areas: Child Development, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a closely related field required

Attend and successfully complete the MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach training and certification within 6 months of employment

An equivalent combination of relevant professional work experience supplemented by technical training, and/or certification may substitute for education requirement

Ability to remain calm and appropriately manage emergencies

Writing, reading, mathematical principles; proficient computer skills-Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook; exercise sound judgment and decision making in accordance with policies and procedures; ability to research and problem solve independently; knowledge of County operations and functions; ability to prioritize and time manage; handle stressful situations, provide effective and friendly customer service; support the County's mission and values; ability to think critically where necessary

Knowledge or understanding of basic administrative tasks: operate standard office equipment; document management; prepare and maintain records, various correspondences and reports; answer general inquiries and refer as necessary; answer telephone calls, process mail, order supplies/equipment; prepare meeting agendas, attend meetings, record/transcribe/distribute minutes; entering, transcribing, recording, storing or maintaining information in written or electronic form with speed and accuracy; maintain calendars, arrange meetings, schedule rooms and equipment as necessary

Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently with management, co-workers and clients; obtain and communicate accurate information; apply common sense understanding to complex instructions and respond accordingly; communicate complex ideas through graphs, charts, presentations, reports or other professional correspondence

Ability to demonstrate predictable, reliable, and timely attendance

Ability to read, write & communicate in English; follow written and verbal instruction and understand basic mathematics and figure checking

Ability to interpret and apply procedures, rules, technical information, instructions, manuals to complete tasks accurately and on schedule

Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes; and apply procedures using good judgement

Ability to use discretion and maintain sensitive and confidential information

Ability to work independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others such as County officials, employees, vendors and the general public

Ability to work under supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline

Adaptability to change in the work environment, managing competing demands and ability to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction

Proficient skills using Microsoft Office programs including, but not limited to: Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook as required. Proficiency may be tested

Possess a valid State of Michigan Operator's License and maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's vehicle policy throughout employment in this position

Preferred

Associates degree with a major in Child Development, Criminal Justice, Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a closely related field preferred

1 to 3 years of responsible work experience required; experience working with at-risk or delinquent youth preferred