Position: Engagement Specialist-Recovery Coach

　　Req.#: 24-08

　　FTE: Full-time, Non-Exempt

　　Unit: UAW

　　Department/Location: Mel Trotter Ministries 

　　Wage: $17.24 hourly rate, which equals to $35,862.76. Comprehensive Benefits Package.

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　　Engagement Specialist-Recovery Coach

　　Network180 employees make a difference in people's lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the community behavioral health organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others. 

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　　We are seeking an *Engagement Specialist-Recovery Coach *that will be located at Mel Trotter Ministries. The staff will provide support in the two areas listed below:

　　1.- The Engagement Specialist will work in the New Hope Sobering Center located at Mel Trotter Ministries, where individuals who are actively intoxicated and/or have recently used alcohol or other drugs can safely recover from acute intoxication. The specialist will engage with individuals accessing the center, perform needs assessments, complete recovery plans, and refer individuals to appropriate services.

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　　2.- The Engagement Specialist will ensure individuals understand their care, assist them with medical follow through, build rapport and follow up after appointments to encourage honest/accurate communication and reporting of symptoms/problems to the medical team. Specialist will help determine which individuals may need to be directed to behavioral health screening and assist them in accessing care. They will help move individuals towards harm reduction, wellness, and readiness for treatment.

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　　*This position is full-time, 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday from 12 pm to 8 pm. *

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　　Network180 has made the safety of our employees a priority. We provide Personal Protection Equipment to our employees and thorough safety and cleaning protocols are in place. Job interviews are being conducted via the internet.

　　*MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: *

　　High School diploma or general education degree (GED)Certified Peer Recovery Mentor or willingness to create a plan to obtain State Certification as a Peer Recovery Mentor within two years of employment In stable recovery Actively participating in a recovery program (12 step, church/spiritual, or other recovery support group)Possession of a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation for job related useLived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valuedKnowledge and skills sufficient for establishing effective relationships with consumers who have a substance use disorder, their families, and team membersKnowledge about substance use disorders as it pertains to recovery and crisis planning  Basic computer skills Good communication skills, both verbal and writtenGood problem-solving skills

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

　　For a detailed job description and responsibilities please see pdf document attached to this posting. Applications are accepted until the position is filled.