Are you looking for a career where you can have a positive, direct impact on the lives of individuals in the community – If you are looking for a caring, encouraging work environment – LOOK NO FURTHER, COME JOIN OUR DEDICATED TEAM!

Addictions Recovery Center (ARC) in Medford, Oregon is a private, non-profit health agency providing care in southern Oregon for nearly 50 years. Our services include detox & sobering services, residential addiction treatment, transition housing, outpatient care, and mental health services. ARC is seeking a full-time qualified Certified Recovery Mentor to join our professional treatment organization.

Candidates must self-identify as a person in recovery and work full time as part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team providing emotional and informational support to clients receiving Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment services in a variety of settings including, but not limited to: outpatient, criminal justice, jail, and probation system, initial/engagement SUD service access, and medication assisted treatment. This work is often fast-paced and emergent and must be provided with a sensitive and trauma informed approach, utilizing evidence-based services and referrals compatible with the philosophy and theory of recognized Peer Support models and Addictions Recovery Center Core Values. As such, this position must have the ability to provide services with a work schedule that includes weekends and various shifts, is required.

Credentials/Skills required include:

• Self-identify as in recovery with the ability to demonstrate sobriety under nonresidential, independent living conditions in the immediate past two years;
• High School diploma or equivalent, preferred;
• Valid CRM certification through MHACBO and/or OHA Peer Support Specialist – Adult Addiction, required; OR the ARC will assist an otherwise qualified and selected candidate with the THW/CRM certification process;
• Valid driver license and proof of insurance;
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification (or obtain within 90 days of hire);
• Moderate competency in computer use, keyboarding, and MS Office products;
• Ability to gather and assess patient/client information to evaluate needs;
• Knowledge/experience in Motivational Interviewing, a plus;
• Volunteer or other work experience and/or knowledge with community resources, critical;
• Ability to provide skilled, trauma-informed crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques;
• Bilingual/Bicultural, preferred.

Competitive compensation and benefits, including:

• Starting wage *from $18.98+ per hour *based level on skill, experience, and certification;
• Health, Dental, Life, and LTD benefits (at no cost for employee);
• Additional optional benefits: vision, flexible spending account, etc.;
• 401k retirement with employer match & immediate vesting;
• Generous Paid Leave: vacation (17 days), holidays (9 days), sick (9 days), and professional training (20 hours);
• Qualified Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Employer.

Applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen—including medical and recreational marijuana. All inquiries confidential. Open until filled.

Please submit a complete resume and cover letter that briefly shares how you are qualified and why you are applying for this position.

To apply online, fill out the form and attach a resume below. You may also submit your cover letter and resume by emailing HumanResources@AddictionsRecovery.org.

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Addictions Recovery Center, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.