Recovery Coach Jobs
Recovery Coach jobs are open across behavioral health, substance use treatment, mental health nonprofits, and community services, from entry-level peer support roles to senior and supervisory positions, with specializations in peer recovery, co-occurring disorders, and reentry support. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Peer Recovery Coach [PRC] is a para-professional with strong links to case management. The PRC works in cooperation with case manager, primary counselor and community support systems with a responsibility to evaluate clients’ need for supportive and essential services and personal encouragement throughout their course of recovery seeking efforts with MMRS.
DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
At the direction of a Case Manager or Clinical Manager:
- Act as an experienced model; demonstrating that recovery is possible; promoting MMRS philosophy and mission through personal attitudes, actions and
- Assist recovering persons to identify their personal interests, goals, strengths and weaknesses in their personal recovery plan and objectives; producing written
- Maintain appropriate written logs, reports and records as directed.
- Facilitate recovery education, including but not limited to: didactic groups, support groups, health fairs/outreach events, etc. in service to community members
- Participate in recovery-oriented systems of care (ROSC) development of self-directed recovery planning and engagement; assisting clients in an integrated
- Promote advocacy; participating in advocacy and networking committees and one-on-one activities.
- Collaborate with staff to host and engage an up-to-date active resource list in order to link clients to appropriate professional and community resources.
- Develop and strengthen community resources/relationships; attend and participate in ongoing staff development activities that support professional
- Identify gaps and barriers (internal and external); communicate to leadership and clinical staff in order to develop strategies to address and overcome barriers.
- Facilitate an alumni engagement program to allow client to continue communication as they disengage from active treatment and become an active member of
- Demonstrates cultural competency and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
- Strictly adheres to all federal and state laws, rules, regulations and MMRS policies and procedures regarding the confidentiality of client information and client
- Actively participates in staff meetings, in-service trainings and other agency activities as requested and assigned.
- Performs other related administrative and facility care duties as assigned
- Complies with agencies conflict resolution protocols.
- Essential service health care provider. Additional stress and risk during critical situations commensurate with our license and scope of practice to protect the
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must have the following qualifications:
o Be at least 18 years of age;
o Have two continuous years in recovery from addition(s), with experience in navigating treatment services and/or prevention;
o Share their recovery story as a tool in helping others;
o Have experience receiving publicly-funded treatment and recovery services for addiction(s);
o Be employed at least 10 hours per week by a licensed Substance Use Disorder Treatment Organization, a PIHP, a Community Mental Health Services Program,
or another organization under contract to one or more of the forgoing organizations that provide substance abuse treatment and/or recovery support services;
and
o Attend and successfully complete the MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach training and certification.
The Peer Recovery Coach [PRC] is a para-professional with strong links to case management. The PRC works in cooperation with case manager, primary counselor and community support systems with a responsibility to evaluate clients’ need for supportive and essential services and personal encouragement throughout their course of recovery seeking efforts with MMRS.
DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
At the direction of a Case Manager or Clinical Manager:
- Act as an experienced model; demonstrating that recovery is possible; promoting MMRS philosophy and mission through personal attitudes, actions and
- Assist recovering persons to identify their personal interests, goals, strengths and weaknesses in their personal recovery plan and objectives; producing written
- Maintain appropriate written logs, reports and records as directed.
- Facilitate recovery education, including but not limited to: didactic groups, support groups, health fairs/outreach events, etc. in service to community members
- Participate in recovery-oriented systems of care (ROSC) development of self-directed recovery planning and engagement; assisting clients in an integrated
- Promote advocacy; participating in advocacy and networking committees and one-on-one activities.
- Collaborate with staff to host and engage an up-to-date active resource list in order to link clients to appropriate professional and community resources.
- Develop and strengthen community resources/relationships; attend and participate in ongoing staff development activities that support professional
- Identify gaps and barriers (internal and external); communicate to leadership and clinical staff in order to develop strategies to address and overcome barriers.
- Facilitate an alumni engagement program to allow client to continue communication as they disengage from active treatment and become an active member of
- Demonstrates cultural competency and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
- Strictly adheres to all federal and state laws, rules, regulations and MMRS policies and procedures regarding the confidentiality of client information and client
- Actively participates in staff meetings, in-service trainings and other agency activities as requested and assigned.
- Performs other related administrative and facility care duties as assigned
- Complies with agencies conflict resolution protocols.
- Essential service health care provider. Additional stress and risk during critical situations commensurate with our license and scope of practice to protect the
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must have the following qualifications:
o Be at least 18 years of age;
o Have two continuous years in recovery from addition(s), with experience in navigating treatment services and/or prevention;
o Share their recovery story as a tool in helping others;
o Have experience receiving publicly-funded treatment and recovery services for addiction(s);
o Be employed at least 10 hours per week by a licensed Substance Use Disorder Treatment Organization, a PIHP, a Community Mental Health Services Program,
or another organization under contract to one or more of the forgoing organizations that provide substance abuse treatment and/or recovery support services;
and
o Attend and successfully complete the MDHHS Peer Recovery Coach training and certification.
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Who's Hiring
- Telecare Corporation27
- Monte Nido9
- Samaritas8
- HealthRIGHT 3606
- Gandara Center5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in recovery coach jobs.
- Lived personal experience with addiction or mental health recovery
- State-issued peer recovery support specialist or equivalent certification
- Experience providing one-on-one peer support or case coordination
- Familiarity with motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care principles
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community-based outreach
- Proficiency with electronic health records or case management software
Tips for Your Recovery Coach Job Search
Highlight your peer lived experience
Many recovery coach postings explicitly require lived experience with addiction or mental health recovery. State it clearly near the top of your resume rather than burying it. Employers in this field treat it as a core qualification, not a soft plus.
List your state certification by name
Certification titles vary by state, so spell yours out in full, for example CPRSS, CRPS, or CPRS, alongside the issuing body. Applicant tracking systems screen for exact credential names, and a vague reference to being certified often gets filtered out.
Target postings that match your population focus
Recovery coach roles differ sharply by population served, including justice-involved individuals, adolescents, veterans, and maternal health clients. Filter openings by those keywords so you apply to roles where your specific background is an asset, not a gap to explain.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists recovery coach openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare scenario answers about boundaries
Interviewers for recovery coach positions consistently ask how you handle dual relationships and boundary challenges with clients in recovery. Prepare two or three specific scenarios from your experience, including what you did and what the outcome was, before your first interview.
Negotiate your supervision and training support
Entry-level recovery coach offers often have more flexibility on clinical supervision hours and continuing education funding than on base pay. Ask directly what supervision structure the organization provides, since that affects your path to advanced certification.
Recovery Coach Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most recovery coachs?
The companies hiring the most recovery coachs right now include Telecare Corporation, Monte Nido, and Samaritas, with the largest share of openings in Massachusetts, California, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Behavioral health networks and community mental health centers tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many recovery coach jobs are remote?
About 34% of recovery coach openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is predominantly in-person given its community and peer support nature. Telephone-based crisis line coaching and telehealth-integrated peer support roles account for most of the remote share.
How do you become a recovery coach?
Start by completing a state-approved peer recovery support specialist training program, which typically covers ethics, boundaries, and advocacy skills. After training, apply for your state certification through the relevant credentialing body. Most employers also expect some volunteer or supervised peer support hours before hiring, so securing a practicum or volunteer placement while completing your training strengthens your application.
Can you get hired as a recovery coach with little or no experience?
Yes, because lived experience with recovery is itself a primary qualification in this field. Many organizations hire candidates with no formal work history in human services, provided they can demonstrate their own sustained recovery, complete required certification training, and show comfort working with vulnerable populations. Volunteering at a recovery community organization before applying builds both skills and references that offset a thin resume.
What does the recovery coach interview process look like?
Most recovery coach interviews involve an initial phone screen followed by an in-person or video panel with a program manager and sometimes a clinical supervisor. Expect competency questions about handling a client in relapse, maintaining professional boundaries, and your own recovery story. Some organizations include a brief role-play scenario and a background check with drug screening before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to recovery coach jobs?
You can find and apply to recovery coach jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that fit your certification level, population focus, and location, then apply directly to each listing that matches your background.
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