recovery coach - Green Bay, WI, United States - Oneida Nation

Description

SALARY:
$18.00/Hr. (NEGOTIABLE)


(Employees will receive 5% below the negotiated pay rate during their probationary status.)
Non-Exempt


POSITION SUMMARY
Provide peer recovery support services to clients involved in substance abuse treatment services.

Uses strengths-based approaches to assist clients in achieving sustained recovery from their substance use disorder by building resources and community support networks.

Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides peer recovery support services to recoverees in person, by phone, and in the community setting.

a. Responds to recoveree concerns by identifying, developing, and expanding upon their strengths and capacities.

b.

Assists recoverees in accessing and effectively using community resources related to housing, medical care, education, vocational training, and access to social, spiritual or leisure activities, etc.

before, during, and after addiction treatment services.

c. Completes the necessary related documentation for each client.

• Provides presentations, group facilitation and trainings within the community as needed.
• Attends monthly departmental and agency meetings.
• Performs specific job tasks related to job as needed or as requested by the Peer Recovery Supervisor or designee.
• Assists residents in working with their case manager or treatment team in determining the steps they need to achieve their goals for recovery.
• Adhere to all Tribal Personnel Policies and Procedures, Tribal Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
• The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently walk, sit; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
• Occasionally stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Ability to lift and transport materials/supplies to health fairs, presentations and/or other public forums.
• Work is generally performed in an office setting with moderate exposure to physical risk or injuries due to potential for combative behavior by patients and exposure to second-hand smoke.
• A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.

STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of the disease of substance abuse through direct working experience or course work.
• Knowledge of motivational interviewing, engagement strategies, co-occurring disorders, stages of change theory, and community resources.
• Strong belief in family centered practice.
• ROSC (Recovery Orientated Systems of Care) and ability to provide services or refer to services that assist/enrich the recoveree and recoverees' family members.
• Comfortable working independently in the community setting.
• Open-mindedness about multiple paths to recovery.
• Ability to focus on and reinforce positive strengths and behaviors.
• Ability to share personal substance use disorder long term recovery experience.
• Knowledge of creating client-centered recovery and transition plans helpful.
• Skill in inter-personal and customer relations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Oneida Nation culture, tradition and values.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize and be detail oriented.
• Knowledge of Work Processing software, Electronic Medical Records software, and Spreadsheet design software. Proficient in MS Windows Navigation, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Skill in public speaking.
• Ability to use spreadsheet software, relational database software, and slide show software.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and data verbally and in writing in diverse situations.
• Ability to plan, organize and schedule priorities effectively with the ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain professional standards.
• Ability to process information effectively to learn new material, identify and define problems, and to make decisions.
• Ability to provide written or oral reports and evaluations concerning program activities, accomplishments, goals and objectives.
• Ability to participate in continuous improvement teams as assigned and use continuous improvement tools for effective planning and improvement of customer service and production processes.
• Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor as a representative of the Oneida Nation in dealing with the general.
• Oneida Certification on Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Must complete Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) training within thirty (30) days of employment and annually thereafter.
• Must adhere to strict confidentiality in all matters. (Must sign a confidentiality statement prior to employment.)
• Must be willing and able to obtain additional education and training.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Must adhere to the Nation's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy during employment.
• Employees are required to have proof of immunity or dates of two (2) doses of MMR and proof of immunity or dates of two (2) doses of Varicella prior to starting in any position within the Oneida Comprehensive Health Division. Any refusal of vaccination(s) or failure to provide proof of immunity may disqualify the applicant.
• Must pass a background security check with the Oneida Nation in order to meet the Employment Eligibility Requirements, Tribal/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance as they pertain to the position. A temporary license or Gaming License issued by the Oneida Gaming Commission is required as a condition of employment and continuing employment within the Oneida Nation's Gaming Division.
• A valid driver's license or occupational driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance are required. Must obtain a Wisconsin driver's license or occupational driver's license within thirty (30) days of employment if applicant has an out-of-state driver's license. Must be authorized as eligible to operate a personal vehicle under the Oneida Nation's Vehicle Driver Certification and Fleet Management Law prior to actual start date. Must maintain driver's eligibility as a condition of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state on the application/resume if you meet these qualifications.

• One (1) year of peer coaching or related experience.
• Group facilitation or Co-facilitation experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants please clearly state how you meet these qualifications on the application/resume.

• Associate Degree Psychology, Social Work or Counseling and/or two (2) years of related experience and/or a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• AODA Recovery Coach Certification within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Must be in long term recovery from a substance use disorder and have documentation to support.

ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:

• Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
• May complete a Job Fit assessment prior to hire.
• Letter from a Therapist or Medical Provider regarding recovery from a substance use disorder.
• Must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered. Proof of vaccination required.
• Background information disclosure (BID)