Provide mentorship and peer-led support to individuals in early recovery to help them bridge the gap between treatment and long-term wellness. Assist patients in accessing essential community services such as housing, healthcare, and employment while documenting interactions in electronic health records.
As a Recovery Mentor, you will walk alongside patients helping them access housing, benefits, and recovery support services while modeling positive recovery behavior. Through advocacy, mentoring, and peer-led support groups, you will help individuals build confidence, develop life skills, and strengthen ties to the recovery community. This is a highly relational role rooted in compassion, accountability, and trust. What You’ll Do: Support patients in accessing essential community services including sober housing, food, healthcare, employment, and financial aid Facilitate peer-led recovery and life skills groups Accompany and transport patients to recovery-related appointments Serve as a mentor and role model, reinforcing treatment goals and demonstrating recovery-oriented living Assist patients in achieving personal recovery milestones and maintaining momentum after treatment Document patient interactions in electronic health records Engage in team meetings, case conferences, trainings, and recovery-focused events Help build bridges between CODA and community partners in the recovery ecosystem Promote community reintegration and progress in areas like education, housing, employment, and family stability QualificationsWhat You Will Bring: Required: High school diploma or GED Lived experience in recovery and a willingness to share your journey in service of others Ability to build rapport, maintain boundaries, and offer nonjudgmental, trauma-informed support Strong communication, interpersonal, and group facilitation skills Comfort working in diverse communities and with individuals in early stages of recovery Ability to manage documentation and communication through Microsoft Office and electronic records systems A valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license Required Certifications (or ability to obtain): Peer Support Specialist (PSS) or Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) certification within 30 days of hire Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days Crisis prevention training (e.g., CPI) within 90 days
Meaningful Impact: Be a living example of hope and resilience Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more Supportive Team Culture: Join a mission-aligned team grounded in collaboration, compassion, courage, respect, and vision Professional Growth: Expand your skills in recovery coaching, advocacy, and systems navigation within a supportive healthcare environment At CODA, we believe recovery is possible—and our Recovery Mentors are living proof. If you’re ready to share your experience and help others build a better future, we welcome you to apply. Your story matters. Help others write theirs. Join CODA as a Recovery Mentor today.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and lived experience in recovery. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and obtain PSS/CRM, BLS, and crisis prevention certifications within specified timeframes.
Market context
In Oregon, family medicine physician openings are often driven by primary care access needs in both urban and rural communities. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for board certification or eligibility, an active medical and DEA license, and current CPR certification, along with residency training in family medicine. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure and certification status before applying.
