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Recovery Coach, Dover, NH

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
798 Central Avenue (Show on map)
May 21, 2025
About the Role: As a Recovery Coach, you'll provide non-clinical services which are centered on the primary goal of assisting patients with navigating recovery. This role is all about creating a connection-fostering trust, offering guidance, and helping individuals find and follow their own recovery pathways. You will play a part of the continuum of care in addiction recovery treatment services and assist patients with coordinating service needs to build and maintain a healthy recovery network as well as assisting with navigating clients into the appropriate level of care that matches their needs. You must have excellent problem-solving skills; the ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team; the ability to apply risk management and problem-solving techniques to clinical situations; the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment as well as feel comfortable working with clients in crisis situations. Having basic knowledge and understanding of current version of DSM and psychiatric medications is a plus. What You'll Do: Offer peer mentorship, advocacy, and recovery coaching Coordinate care and connect clients with appropriate services and resources Help clients build coping skills, self-determination, and personal empowerment Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary care team *Create a judgment-free, safe, and supportive environment What We're Looking For: Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Bachelor's in Psychology preferred Certification: CRSW (Certified Recovery Support Worker - NH) preferred Experience: At least 3 years working with individuals with substance use disorders At least 2 years of sustained recovery experience Skills: Strong leadership and communication skills Ability to build effective, empathetic relationships with clients and colleagues A deep understanding of recovery principles and trauma-informed care Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.