Recovery Mentor-Case Mgmt-Male - Multnomah County, Portland, OR, US

Job Summary · This full-time Recovery Mentor position is gender-responsive, serving male-identifying participants. The mentor will be providing peer · recovery support to participants who are currently involved in the criminal justice system. Working in close partnership with · P ...

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Job Summary
This full-time Recovery Mentor position is gender-responsive, serving male-identifying participants. The mentor will be providing peer
recovery support to participants who are currently involved in the criminal justice system. Working in close partnership with
Probation and Parole Officers and community partners, the Recovery Mentor acts as a peer role model and documents the progress
for each participant. The Recovery Mentor assists participants in engaging in addiction recovery activities and developing recovery
support in various communities.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Serves a diverse population effectively, through the management of an assigned caseload of participants while acting as a
peer role modeling recovery.

• Performs random and as-needed urine drug screenings.

• Assists participants in developing a support network by introducing them to various models of recovery in the community
and attending community support activities with them.

• Assesses the needs of participants, connects them with applicable resources and develops a transition plan.

• Transports participants and encourages them to develop self-sufficiency.

• Assists participants in securing housing and employment, as needed.

• Works collaboratively with community partners in a professional manner, including regular interaction with participant's
counselors and/or parole/probation officers.

• Facilitates classes and skill groups, as assigned.

• Maintains accurate and timely reports and documentation.

• Abides by organization policies and procedures, confidentiality laws, professional boundaries, peer support principles and
relevant federal/state regulations and standards.

• Participates in weekly supervision and meetings, as assigned.

Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
The following are the minimum levels required to successfully perform the Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities.

• Certified in an Oregon State Mental Health and Addictions approved training as a Certified Recovery Mentor within 90 days
of hire

• 2 years of verifiable recovery required, according to MHACBO standards

• Free from supervision in any state

• Personal vehicle, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with Bridges to Change's auto liability
policy requirements

• Demonstrated success at working effectively in a diverse, collaborative team environment, with skills in promoting inclusion  

and cultural responsiveness

• Experience in collaborating with community partners to identify shortcomings in the organization and in building
partnerships to improve outcomes

• Lived experience related to population being served, past probation experience, preferred

• Experience setting and maintaining clear boundaries with the ability to hold others accountable with compassion

• Excellent communication, trauma informed approach and conflict resolution skills

• Experience with crisis prevention and intervention

• Ability to maintain high professional standards at all times with participant, staff, and community partners

• Computer literate; functional ability with Microsoft programs.

• GED/High School Diploma, preferred

Working Conditions

Environment and Physical Requirements: The Recovery Mentor works in an office environment; however, the position frequently
visits field locations including homes, courtrooms, recovery centers, and other indoor and outdoor locations. Those locations are
subject to a variety of environmental weather conditions including rain, snow, wind, and dust. The position frequently requires daily
travel by car. The Recovery Mentor interacts constantly with staff, visitors, program participants, government agencies, and others.
The position stands, walks, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. The incumbent must be able to lift, push, pull
and move files and equipment in excess of 15 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Thursday through Monday forty hours per week with flexibility in scheduling. The Recovery Mentor also travels extensively and may be required to occasionally work extended hours including day shift and/or holiday work as job duties demand.

Other Duties and Responsibilities: This job description is a summary of the essential duties and responsibilities for this job, and it
does not necessarily represent an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, tasks or procedures. Employees are required to follow
any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instruction
or assignments. Nothing in this description restricts Bridges' right to assign or reassign duties at any time.

Accommodation Statement: Essential job duties and responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably
accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform the job successfully, an incumbent or applicant must possess the experience,
knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform each essential duty and responsibility proficiently. If you require an accommodation in
order to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job, please contact the Bridges to Change Human Resources
Manager.

Candidates of color are encouraged to apply.

Eligible Benefits:
Generous paid time off
Employer paid medical, life insurance, and short-term disability insurance
Voluntary dental, vision and long-term disability insurance options
403b retirement with 3% company match
Access to employee assistance program
Two paid volunteer days per year

Bridges to Change is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Thursday-Monday 2p-10p