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Form of workAbout River Edge Behavioral Health
Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.
River Edge is currently seeking a Certified Recovery Support Coach for Macon Recovers. As a Certified Recovery Support Coach, you will play a pivotal role in assisting individuals on their journey to recovery from addiction. Your primary responsibility will be to provide guidance, encouragement, and support to clients as they navigate the challenges of recovery.
Location: 595 Wimbish Road, Macon, GA 31210
Benefits Offered:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 401k with an employer match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short and Long-term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Employee Discount Program
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one coaching and support to peers served.
- Engage individuals and families in recovery activities that promote independence.
- Be willing to publicly self-identify as being in recovery from a substance use disorder or addiction diagnosis and share your own story of recovery as inspiration to others.
- Link individuals and families to community resources that promote recovery.
- Facilitate and participate in recovery community support groups.
- Respond as needed to referrals from community stakeholders.
- Facilitate a community-based peer support group.
- Participate in staff, community, and program meetings.
- Participate in regular clinical supervision.
- Complete reports by deadlines given by the supervisor.
- Track peers served and direct services.
- Ensure the timesheet is completed and submitted by the deadline.
- Maintain appropriate professional and personal boundaries and be a positive, healthy role model for peers.
- Promote racial and cultural sensitivity.
- Exhibit strong customer service ethics.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma/ GED equivalent.
- Must have at least 2 years abstinent recovery from a substance use disorder and is willing to share details of his or her personal recovery experience.
- Active Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES) certification preferred.
- CPS-AD certification indicating passing grade on CARES Exam preferred.
- All applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
- *Applicants without CARES/CPS-AD credentials will be considered, but must attain credentials within first year of hire
Preferred Qualifications
- At least two (2) years' experience working in the behavioral health field and CARES (Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist) Certified.
Additional Information:
The Application Process
- All qualified applicants will be considered.
- This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
- The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
- Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
- Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.
Safe Working Environment
We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require full vaccination of all employees. Getting the vaccine, frequently washing your hands, sanitizing common areas, and wearing your mask continues to be the most effective way to fight COVID-19.
Diversity and Inclusion
River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.
Drug-Free Workplace
River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.
At Will Workplace
Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.
EEOC Statement
River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.
Other details
- Job Family Recovery Support Coach
- Job Function Non-Managerial
- Pay Type Hourly
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