Peer Recovery Coach

SUMMARY:

The Peer Recovery Coach provides culturally responsive, peer-based recovery support services to individuals impacted by substance use disorders, including those re-entering the community following treatment and those contemplating treatment engagement. Services are delivered using evidence-based and promising practices and are documented in accordance with grant, tribal, state, and federal reporting requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

The following duties and responsibilities are not meant to be all inclusive and may be adjusted to meet business needs.

Provide individualized, strengths-based peer support services to individuals at various stages of recovery

Conduct outreach and engagement activities to connect with individuals not currently engaged in treatment or recovery services

Utilize evidence-based practices to support behavior change and recovery readiness

Assist individuals in developing and implementing personalized recovery plans

Connect individuals to treatment services, recovery supports, housing, employment, and community resources

Facilitate recovery groups, classes, and culturally relevant programming that support recovery

Assist in planning and implementing recovery-focused events and community education initiatives

Collaborate with internal staff, external providers, and community stakeholders to ensure coordinated care

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and policies

Promote recovery awareness within the community

Track, document, and report service delivery and participant outcomes, including number of individuals served, engagement rates, referrals to treatment and support services, participation in recovery programming, and progress toward recovery goals, in alignment with grant and program requirements

Contribute to program effectiveness and continuous improvement by monitoring participant engagement and retention, supporting data collection efforts, and utilizing feedback and outcome measures to strengthen service delivery and community impact

Maintain professional and ethical boundaries in accordance with peer support standards

Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED required

Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist (or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe)

Demonstrated commitment to recovery and a healthy lifestyle

Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills

Ability to maintain accurate documentation and meet reporting requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Must pass drug screen (UA) and a federal criminal background check in compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act and the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act

Valid Minnesota State Driver’s License and Insurable under the Tribe’s insurance policy

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of substance use disorders, recovery pathways, and community resources

Associate degree or coursework in human services, behavioral health, or related field

Experience working in peer recovery, behavioral health, or community-based services

Experience with data collection, reporting, or grant-funded programs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: *

Must have the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Must be able to sit for long periods of time with occasional amounts of standing or walking

REQUIRED TRAINING:

Native American Peer Recovery Services Training

Any position-related training as determined by department manager

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in an office setting, but may include occasional outdoor activities

DISCLAIMER AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All Prairie Island Indian Community employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship

The Prairie Island Indian Community Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance applies to this and all employment opportunities for the Community.

*See physical demand analysis for more detailed information.