Program Coordinator-RCL

Program Coordinator at Recovery Café Lowell The Program Coordinator for the Lowell Peer Recovery Center/Recovery Cafe Lowell will develop and oversee the School for Recovery, coordinate RCL events, and oversee the Cafe meal services. The successful candidate will be a person with “lived experience” who thrives in an environment that supports innovation, creativity, and the vision to continuously grow with the ever-changing needs of the members. Job Details: Reports to: Jade Mellen, Program Director of Recovery Café Lowell The Program Coordinator is a 40 hour a week position with excellent benefits and pay. The work hours and days will be Tuesday thru Saturday availability is preferred along with evenings and Saturday availability Job Responsibilities: ● Oversees all programming including School for Recovery curriculum in response to member interest and needs and provide members with a monthly calendar and updates as needed. ● Plans and coordinates all activities and events ● Monitors implementation of program policies and practices ● Works to keep programs on schedule and functioning smoothly ● Support program growth and development as necessary ● Coordinate interactions/relationships between staff, members, and program stakeholders ● Facilitate positive relations between the program team , the media, the public, other programs within the organization ● Oversee the use of technology for program operations including community presentations, hybrid events and programming and social media ● Supervise kitchen operations to include food and coffee preparation, dish washing and clean up. ● Ensures the safe handling of all aspects of Cafe food preparation, consumption, and storage. ● Facilitates recovery circles and peer recovery support groups as necessary. ● Participates in a weekly staff meeting and individual supervision with the Assistant Director. ● Completes all required documentation in a timely manner. ● Adheres to the guiding principles of the Recovery Café Model and to the BSAS standards of care. ● Participates in training as required. Competencies: · Able to work and problem solve independently. · Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. · Demonstrates an ability to actively listen and respond to questions and concerns of staff, members, and other stakeholders. · Practices discretion in all aspects of the job. · Maintains a current knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of recovery coaching. · Able to manage constant change at a moment’s notice · Self-starter able to self-direct and manage their assigned schedule and budget their time appropriate. · Self-starter able to self-direct and manage their assigned schedule and budget their time appropriate. · Possesses a desire to learn and grow within the organization. · Familiarity with the community based medical, behavioral health, and substance use resources and addiction treatment providers and systems in and around Lowell is a significant plus. Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. Qualifications: · Has personal lived experience in recovery · Possesses a High school diploma or equivalent · Communicates clearly · Demonstrates cultural competency · Has completed Recovery Coach Academy and is working towards Recovery Coach Certification. · Possess a thorough understanding of the Recovery Coach Model and be able to apply this knowledge in different settings. · Understands and supports multiple pathways of recovery. · Possesses the ability to work positively with co-workers and RCL members. · Possesses proficient computer and social media skills. Affirmative Action/EEO statement: Riverbend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Education: Associate (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: In person