Peer Recovery Coach
4/2/2026
The Peer Recovery Coach provides direct support, mentoring, and education to individuals navigating mental health and substance use recovery. Additionally, the role assists with administrative tasks, grant reporting, and data collection to support behavioral health programs.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
51-200 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Title: Peer Recovery Coach
Department: Health & Human Services (HHS)
Reports to: Behavioral Health Manager
Location: Health & Human Services Building
Level/Status: Non-Exempt (NE4)/Full-Time
Open Date: April 2, 2026
Close Date: April 12, 2026
**100% grant funded position**
SUMMARY
The Peer Recovery Coach uses a recovery-oriented approach that emphasizes hope, respect, self-determination, and empowerment. This position provides peer support, personal assistance, and education on community resources to support individuals in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders.
The Peer Recovery Coach supports individuals with co-occurring medical, mental health, and/or substance use conditions, with a particular focus on those experiencing mild to moderate behavioral health concerns. The position also assists the Behavioral health program with administrative and program support functions including grant-related activities, data collection, and reporting.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) or other Peer Support Certification
- Lived experience with recovery from a mental health condition and/or substance use disorder and at least two years of sustained recovery.
- Experience navigating behavioral health, recovery support systems, or community resources.
- Experience providing peer support, mentoring, advocacy, or community outreach preferred.
- Able to demonstrate personal knowledge and experience with Native American populations
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following:
Recovery Programing
- Serve as a personal guide or mentor, helping individuals overcome personal and environmental obstacles in their recovery journey
- Meet with individuals to discuss behavioral health, recovery, and wellness goals
- Share personal recovery experiences in a positive and supportive manner through coaching, role modeling, and mentoring.
- Assist individuals in developing personal wellness and recovery plans
- Provide education on available community resource and support services
- Support individuals in navigating and accessing community-based services
- Assist with scheduling medical or behavioral health appointments when needed
- Facilitate or coordinate peer support groups and recovery-oriented programming as appropriate
- Provide support to individuals during transitions in care, including hospital discharge or recovery placements
- Transport or accompany individuals to recovery support meetings, medical appointments, or other recovery-related services when appropriate
- Accurately document services provided in the electronic health record
Administrative and Program Support
- Maintain accurate records and documentation or services and program activities
- Assist with data collection, tracking, and reporting requirements for Behavioral Health programs and grants.
- Support preparation of grant reports, program updates, and other required documentation for internal leadership and funding agencies
- Assist with monitoring program outcomes and maintaining records required for grant compliance
- Communicate with integrated team regarding participant engagement and recovery progress
Performs other duties as assigned. These may include but are not limited to:
- Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, conferences, as well as self-directed learning and continuing education opportunities
- Participating on committees, special projects, and work groups as needed
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to relate effectively with staff, clients, and members of the professional community
- Experience working with Native American populations preferred
- Excellent public relations and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and electronic record systems
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Ability to operate standard office equipment
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, patience, and professionalism
- Flexible, organized, and able to work independently
- Ability to correspond with individuals throughout all levels of government and intergovernmental organizations
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Will require non-traditional hours including working evenings, weekends and holidays to meet program needs and deadlines
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be insurable
- Ability and willingness to travel for meetings and continuing education is required for this position
- CPR/First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire
SECURITY SENSITIVE
This position will have access to information that is security sensitive and thereby subject to additional provisions. All information obtained will be protected under IHS/HIPPA policy rules and regulations.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation and drug/alcohol test.
NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE
The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi recognizes Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies.
EMPLOYER BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
The Gun Lake Tribe offers a competitive base salary and the best benefits package around.
- Medical, dental, vision and telehealth coverage for employee and all dependents, with no employee premium!
- Paid Time Off and 16 paid Holidays
- Short-and-long term disability coverage
- Life insurance for the employee, spouse and their dependents
- Pension plan for Public Safety employees
- 401K/Roth retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Voluntary Benefits: AFLAC and Flexible Spending Account, additional life insurance
- On-site gym, free memberships for entire household
- One hour paid lunch break
TO APPLY
You are required to register and apply through our online employment portal to be considered for this position.
https://gunlaketribe-nsn.gov/employment/
If you require assistance or to apply in person, please call 269.397.1780 to schedule an appointment.
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