Coach Jobs in Boston, MA
Coach jobs in Boston are in strong demand, concentrated in the Back Bay, Fenway, and Longwood Medical Area across sports performance, corporate wellness, executive leadership, and education sectors. Employers hiring right now include Boston Public Schools, University of Massachusetts Boston, and Emerson College. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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SCHEDULE: 40 hours, Mon-Frid, 9am-5:30pm
Pay: $61,000 - $78,000 annually, DOE (Salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set)
LOCATION: Office location 3368 Washington Street Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. Travel is required depending on living situation of persons being served. Most residences are located within Greater Boston.
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:
The Recovery Coach Supervisor demonstrates competency in their own recovery from addiction and utilizes their lived experience and their use of successful coping skills to support staff and tenants in their own recovery journeys. The Recovery Coach Supervisor will be responsible for managing the Recovery Coaches within the Housing Clinical Services team. Recovery Coaches provide peer support to tenants with alcohol and/or other substance use disorders; gambling; and/or other addictive behaviors with co-occurring mental illnesses and/or comorbid/complex medical issues living in Pine Street Housing. The Recovery Coach Supervisor will exhibit a willingness and ability to serve as a mentor to others who are in the process of recovery by sharing their own recovery experience, if applicable.
The Recovery Coach Supervisor will work closely with the housing department’s programs and teams to develop and offer solution-focused interventions that promote stability, wellness and recovery, with the goal of ultimately restoring housing environments through their Recovery Coach services. Interventions with tenants may include a medical bio-psychosocial assessment, referrals to respite, detox, MAT referrals, or other inpatient settings and coordination with emergency services personnel. It will also include recovery related mutual aid groups, and individual supports. The position reports directly to the Associate Director of Housing Recovery Services and will work within a team. The Recovery Coach Supervisor will coordinate care and work very closely with the Crisis and Housing Clinicians and the Associate and Directors across all housing services.
Requirements:QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (i.e. social work, clinical psychology, counseling, etc.)
- Certified Addictions Recovery Coach, or actively working towards a CARC (Certification Addiction Recovery Coach certification) and the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire
- Currently certified in, or have the ability to obtain their Recovery Coach Supervisor certification within 3 months of hire
- Currently certified in, or have ability to achieve CPR and First Aid certification within 3 months of hire
PREFERRED:
- Valid driver’s license and the willingness and ability to drive as part of the performance of job duties
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
- Lived experience with recovery; demonstrates ability to maintain 2 years of sustained and uninterrupted recovery at time of hire
- At least 3 years’ experience providing services to adults who experience mental illness, substance use disorders, and may have symptoms related to traumatic brain injury and experiences of trauma
- At least 1 year experience working with homeless populations· Strong commitment to the right of each person with mental health/substance use and medical complex challenges to live in community residences, to work in market jobs, and to have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services of their own choosing
- Knowledge of local addictions/recovery resources and network
- Experience and knowledge of recovery models and practice, including strengths-based work, harm reduction, SMART Recovery, and Medication Assisted Treatment
- Ability to utilize evidence-based screening tools to measure progress for tenants enrolled in Recovery Coach program· Experience in creating treatment/recovery plans
- Ability to utilize effective crisis intervention techniques
- Ability to effectively identify risk and translate that into crisis plans
- Proficiency in word processing and other computer functions
- Demonstrated professional communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
SCHEDULE: 40 hours, Mon-Frid, 9am-5:30pm
Pay: $61,000 - $78,000 annually, DOE (Salary ranges provided are based on relevant experience and skill set)
LOCATION: Office location 3368 Washington Street Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. Travel is required depending on living situation of persons being served. Most residences are located within Greater Boston.
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:
The Recovery Coach Supervisor demonstrates competency in their own recovery from addiction and utilizes their lived experience and their use of successful coping skills to support staff and tenants in their own recovery journeys. The Recovery Coach Supervisor will be responsible for managing the Recovery Coaches within the Housing Clinical Services team. Recovery Coaches provide peer support to tenants with alcohol and/or other substance use disorders; gambling; and/or other addictive behaviors with co-occurring mental illnesses and/or comorbid/complex medical issues living in Pine Street Housing. The Recovery Coach Supervisor will exhibit a willingness and ability to serve as a mentor to others who are in the process of recovery by sharing their own recovery experience, if applicable.
The Recovery Coach Supervisor will work closely with the housing department’s programs and teams to develop and offer solution-focused interventions that promote stability, wellness and recovery, with the goal of ultimately restoring housing environments through their Recovery Coach services. Interventions with tenants may include a medical bio-psychosocial assessment, referrals to respite, detox, MAT referrals, or other inpatient settings and coordination with emergency services personnel. It will also include recovery related mutual aid groups, and individual supports. The position reports directly to the Associate Director of Housing Recovery Services and will work within a team. The Recovery Coach Supervisor will coordinate care and work very closely with the Crisis and Housing Clinicians and the Associate and Directors across all housing services.
Requirements:QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (i.e. social work, clinical psychology, counseling, etc.)
- Certified Addictions Recovery Coach, or actively working towards a CARC (Certification Addiction Recovery Coach certification) and the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire
- Currently certified in, or have the ability to obtain their Recovery Coach Supervisor certification within 3 months of hire
- Currently certified in, or have ability to achieve CPR and First Aid certification within 3 months of hire
PREFERRED:
- Valid driver’s license and the willingness and ability to drive as part of the performance of job duties
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:
- Lived experience with recovery; demonstrates ability to maintain 2 years of sustained and uninterrupted recovery at time of hire
- At least 3 years’ experience providing services to adults who experience mental illness, substance use disorders, and may have symptoms related to traumatic brain injury and experiences of trauma
- At least 1 year experience working with homeless populations· Strong commitment to the right of each person with mental health/substance use and medical complex challenges to live in community residences, to work in market jobs, and to have access to helpful, adequate, competent, and continuous supports and services of their own choosing
- Knowledge of local addictions/recovery resources and network
- Experience and knowledge of recovery models and practice, including strengths-based work, harm reduction, SMART Recovery, and Medication Assisted Treatment
- Ability to utilize evidence-based screening tools to measure progress for tenants enrolled in Recovery Coach program· Experience in creating treatment/recovery plans
- Ability to utilize effective crisis intervention techniques
- Ability to effectively identify risk and translate that into crisis plans
- Proficiency in word processing and other computer functions
- Demonstrated professional communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Coach Jobs in Boston: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a coach job in Boston?
Boston's strongest hiring comes from its world-class sports organizations, universities, corporate headquarters in the Back Bay and Financial District, and the dense healthcare and research institutions in Longwood. Candidates who combine a relevant certification with hands-on experience in one of those sectors stand out. Networking through Boston's fitness, wellness, and professional development communities also opens doors that job boards alone won't.
Which companies hire coachs in Boston?
Boston coach roles are posted by Boston Public Schools, University of Massachusetts Boston, and Emerson College and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The employer mix in Boston skews heavily toward higher education institutions, major sports franchises and training facilities, large healthcare systems, and corporate offices running employee wellness and leadership development programs.
Are there remote coach jobs in Boston?
Yes, though it depends on the specialty, executive and leadership coaching translates well to remote delivery, while athletic and hands-on wellness coaching almost always requires an in-person presence. About 66% of coach openings tied to Boston are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most of those concentrated in corporate and professional development roles. On-site positions dominate in sports, schools, and clinical settings across the city.
How can I get a coach job in Boston with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Boston is an assistant or junior coach role with one of the city's many universities, youth sports programs, or community fitness centers in neighborhoods like Allston, Jamaica Plain, or Dorchester. Volunteering with Boston Park League teams, campus recreation programs, or corporate wellness pilots can build a local portfolio quickly. A recognized certification and willingness to start part-time significantly improve your chances with Boston's competitive employer base.
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