Mountainside Treatment Center·Ramsey, New Jersey
The Recovery Coach supports clients in achieving personal recovery goals through individualized wellness plans and ongoing guidance. They act as advocates and mentors, connecting clients to a network of clinical, medical, and legal professionals to ensure coordinated care.
Description Recovery CoachRamsey, NJ
Mountainside is seeking a compassionate, driven Recovery Coach to join our dedicated team.
The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals with clarity and compassion.
Working collaboratively, the coach will develop individualized wellness plans and provide ongoing guidance through regular, meaningful communication.
Recovery Coaches empower clients to bring structure and joy into their daily lives while taking ownership of their recovery journey.
Acting as advocates, mentors, and trusted allies, they also help clients access our Connected Care Network—a team of clinicians, psychiatrists, sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts—ensuring each person receives the tailored, coordinated support they need to thrive.
If you’re passionate about helping others move forward in recovery—and want to make a lasting impact—we’d love to meet you.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills required Experience in recovery coaching or substance use treatment required 1-2+ years' experience in substance use recovery settings required Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends required High School diploma or equivalency required Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred Certification as a Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC or equivalent) preferred Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary plus a performance-based incentive plan, with total estimated annual earnings ranging from $55,000 to $80,000 per year. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.
Comprehensive benefit package Competitive salary with performance-based incentive structure Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside) Paid holidays, including a Multicultural Holiday 401(k) with employer matching Free meals while working on the Canaan campus Monthly $75 wellness reimbursement to encourage self-care and prevent burnout About Mountainside:
Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF, Mountainside employs passionate, talented professionals who believe in the power of healing.
We strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu, as recommended by the CDC. Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-2+ years of experience in substance use recovery settings. Proficiency in recovery frameworks like 12-Step or SMART Recovery and experience with EMR systems are required or preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in New Jersey often draw steady demand from providers serving children, families, and community-based programs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for a master’s degree, a valid clinical license, bilingual communication skills, and child welfare experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and tailor your application to highlight licensure, language ability, and direct child welfare exposure.