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Job Title: Recovery Coach in the Emergency Department (RCED)
Type: Per Diem/Part Time
Location: Morrisville, VT

Benefits:  Health, Vision and Dental Insurance (RCEDs working 2 or more regularly scheduled shifts per week), Paid Training  

Summary:

The Recovery Coach in the Emergency Department (RCED) is part of a team of Recovery Coaches employed by North Central Vermont Recovery Center (NCVRC) providing direct peer recovery support services to patients at Copley Hospital who have experienced an adverse substance-use-related event.  This program operates 24/7 with team members covering 12-hour on-call shifts. Each 12-hour shift may include interaction with individuals, patient family members, and hospital staff in an Emergency Department setting, performing follow-up calls to recent program participants, and staffing at the Recovery Center when applicable.  Recovery Coaches performing work outside of regular shift coverage will be compensated at an hourly rate.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services to individuals receiving treatment at Copley Hospital following an adverse substance-use-related event 

• Able to work a shift schedule, maintaining adequate response time to Copley Hospital (within 45 minutes) when notified of a patient requiring RCED services.   

• Provide education on harm-reduction, overdose awareness, and on obtaining Naloxone where appropriate

• Provide support and resource information to family members, as necessary and appropriate.

• Enhance opportunities for individuals to become familiar with North Central Vermont Recovery Center and other local community resources available

• Assist individuals to identify and develop natural community supports to foster independence and community integration

• Document program participant visits and surveys through paper and electronic surveys and forms

• Responsible for records management in our online data platform

• Perform follow up calls to individuals who recently received RCED services

• Promotes the RCED program and other support services offered at North Central Vermont Recovery Center with local community partners

• Maintains collaborative relationships with local treatment teams and in-patient treatment facilities in Vermont to assist program participants with treatment needs

• Model and exemplify recovery principles in order to show by example that recovery is possible and attainable, and utilize personal and professional experience to promote wellness and recovery

• Abide by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and any additional regulations set forth by North Central Vermont Recovery Center and Copley Hospital 

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• A self-identified person in recovery from a substance use disorder, who meets the requirement of 2 years of continuous SUD recovery, or who can otherwise demonstrate stability in their recovery

• Trained Recovery Coach, or ability to attend Vermont’s Recovery Coach Academy

• Experience with or educational background related to recovery concepts and practices of recovery that honor any pathway to recovery

• Organized, self-motivated, creative, and committed to working in a diverse environment

• Excellent written and oral communication

• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable with working with all levels of professionals.

• Experience with presenting both formal and informal presentations

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, as well as working with various data platforms  

• Preferred Recovery Center experience/affiliation

• Understanding of the Substance Use Disorder process, available treatment programs, healthcare options, social service systems and medical systems

• Preferred Advanced motivational interviewing skills

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• A Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

• Employees will be required to attend various trainings, paid for by NCVRC

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Location: Kingdon Recovery Center

Job Description:

The Emergency Department RecoveryCoach (EDRC) will, as an employee of Kingdom Recovery Center [KRC], provide direct services and support to those who have experienced an incident related to alcoholism/substance use and are being treated or have been treated at Northern Vermont Regional Hospital [NVRH]. This position reports to KRC and is Part Time and/or Per Diem. Part of each shift will also include time: interfacing with ED staff, patient families, performing follow up calls to recent patients, and staffing at the recovery center. Reports to: RCED Supervisor Status: Part-time and Per Diem Essential

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services to individuals receiving services in the emergency room following reversal from opioid overdose, or other alcohol and/or substance-related events.
• Provide education on overdose, and on obtaining Naloxone.
• Provide support and resource information to family members, as necessary and appropriate.
• Enhance opportunities for individuals to become familiar with Kingdom Recovery Center and other local community resources available.
• Assist individuals to identify and develop natural community supports in order to foster independence and community integration.
• Collect Data important to KRC and NVRH.
  Perform follow up calls to individuals who recently received RCEDP services.
• Promote Emergency Department program and other support services offered at Kingdom Recovery Center with local community partners.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with local treatment teams and in-patient treatment facilities in Vermont to assist clients with treatment needs.
• Model and exemplify recovery principles in order to show by example that recovery is possible and attainable, and utilize personal and professional experience to promote wellness and recovery.
• Abide by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and any additional regulations set forth by KRC and NVRH.

Required Experience:

• A self-identified person in recovery from alcoholism/substance use disorder, who meets the abstinence requirement of at least 2 years of continuous recovery [preferred 3 – 5 years], or who can otherwise demonstrate stability in their recovery, OR
• Experience with, or educational background of, recovery concepts and practices of recovery that honor any and all pathways to recovery.
• Organized, self-motivated, creative, and committed to working in a radically-inclusive environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort working with all levels of professionals.
• Experience providing both formal and informal presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Apps, as well as working with various data platforms.
• Valid Driver’s License; reliable transportation and current insurance coverage.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Preferred Recovery Center experience/affiliation.
• Trained Recovery Coach, or willingness/ability to attend upcoming Recovery Coach Academy.
• Understanding of the alcoholism/addiction treatment process, available treatment programs, healthcare options, social service systems and medical systems.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Additional Requirements:

• Applicants may be required to submit a lab certified drug test, paid for by KRC
• Applicants must submit to a criminal background check, paid for by KRC,
• Employees will be required to attend various trainings, paid for by KRC

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Email resume and cover letter/letter of interest to mailto:[email protected] visit out website krcstj.org

Title: House Coordinator (Full-time)

Reports to: Regional Manager

Job purpose: To provide oversight, coordination and support for VFOR house members living in one or more of our Recovery Homes.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate, attend, and facilitate weekly house meeting(s).
• Foster and maintain a living environment that is substance free and provides a healthy, non-discriminating, supportive, family-like atmosphere that values diversity.
• Honor multiple paths to recovery.
• Provide support and guidance to Members in their recovery, career building, and life goals.
• Foster and maintain a working relationship with landlord(s).
• Respond to house/apt property and member needs, including off-hours emergencies.
• Perform all duties involved in welcoming and parting with members.
• Maintain an alcohol and substance free environment.
• Hold members accountable to VFOR policies and expectations including administering UAs.
• Collect and deposit weekly membership dues as well as keep financial records.
• Document information electronically using various computer systems.
• Acquire, support and maintain a volunteer house mentor(s).
• Be a member of the Operations Team if needed- including attending the weekly meeting.
• Build relationships with the local community.
• Regularly communicate and report pertinent information regarding houses overseen to the Regional Manager or Operations Director following agreed upon protocols.
• Attend training to develop relevant knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Clear, constructive communication
• Ability to set personal and professional boundaries
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Problem solving
• Customer service
• Flexibility
• Organization
• Proficient with technology
• Time-management
• Ability to handle stressful situations and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Lived experience in recovery from Substance Use Disorder preferred
• Knowledge and experience managing recovery homes preferred

Scheduling:

• Must be able to work weekends, some holidays, days, nights, and be on call for possible emergencies.

To apply: visit Indeed.com

Title: House Coordinator (Part-time)

Reports to: Regional Manager

Job purpose: To provide oversight, coordination and support for VFOR house members living in one or more of our Recovery Homes.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate, attend, and facilitate weekly house meeting(s).
• Foster and maintain a living environment that is substance free and provides a healthy, non-discriminating, supportive, family-like atmosphere that values diversity.
• Honor multiple paths to recovery.
• Provide support and guidance to Members in their recovery, career building, and life goals.
• Foster and maintain a working relationship with landlord(s).
• Respond to house/apt property and member needs, including off-hours emergencies.
• Perform all duties involved in welcoming and parting with members.
• Maintain an alcohol and substance free environment.
• Hold members accountable to VFOR policies and expectations including administering UAs.
• Collect and deposit weekly membership dues as well as keep financial records.
• Document information electronically using various computer systems.
• Acquire, support and maintain a volunteer house mentor(s).
• Be a member of the Operations Team if needed- including attending the weekly meeting.
• Build relationships with the local community.
• Regularly communicate and report pertinent information regarding houses overseen to the Regional Manager or Operations Director following agreed upon protocols.
• Attend training to develop relevant knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Clear, constructive communication
• Ability to set personal and professional boundaries
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Problem solving
• Customer service
• Flexibility
• Organization
• Proficient with technology
• Time-management
• Ability to handle stressful situations and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Lived experience in recovery from Substance Use Disorder preferred
• Knowledge and experience managing recovery homes preferred

Scheduling:

• Must be able to work weekends, some holidays, days, nights, and be on call for possible emergencies.

To apply: visit Indeed.com

Title: House Coordinator
Reports to: Regional Manager

Job purpose: To provide oversight, coordination and support for VFOR house members living in one or more of our Recovery Homes.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate, attend, and facilitate weekly house meeting(s).
• Foster and maintain a living environment that is substance free and provides a healthy, non-discriminating, supportive, family-like atmosphere that values diversity.
• Honor multiple paths to recovery.
• Provide support and guidance to Members in their recovery, career building, and life goals.
• Foster and maintain a working relationship with landlord(s).
• Respond to house/apt property and member needs, including off-hours emergencies.
• Perform all duties involved in welcoming and parting with members.
• Maintain an alcohol and substance free environment.
• Hold members accountable to VFOR policies and expectations including administering UAs.
• Collect and deposit weekly membership dues as well as keep financial records.
• Document information electronically using various computer systems.
• Acquire, support and maintain a volunteer house mentor(s).
• Be a member of the Operations Team if needed- including attending the weekly meeting.
• Build relationships with the local community.
• Regularly communicate and report pertinent information regarding houses overseen to the Regional Manager or Operations Director following agreed upon protocols.
• Attend training to develop relevant knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Clear, constructive communication
• Ability to set personal and professional boundaries
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Problem solving
• Customer service
• Flexibility
• Organization
• Proficient with technology
• Time-management
• Ability to handle stressful situations and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Lived experience in recovery from Substance Use Disorder preferred
• Knowledge and experience managing recovery homes preferred

Scheduling:

• Must be able to work weekends, some holidays, days, nights, and be on call for possible emergencies.

To apply: visit Indeed.com

Title: Human Resources Manager (Full-time)
Reports to: Director of Finance
Job Purpose: To lead VFOR in attracting and selecting candidates, hiring and promotions, learning and development, compensation and benefits management, and information sharing.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Human Resources (HR) Manager will be responsible for overseeing all employee-related functions, including recruitment, onboarding, training, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. This position will work closely with leadership to develop and implement HR policies and procedures that promote a positive organizational culture and support the well-being of our house members and staff. Additionally, this position will collaborate with other departments to foster a supportive, vibrant, and inclusive work environment conducive to sustainability and growth for all VFOR employees, board members, and community partners.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment and Staffing: • Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for various positions within the organization.

• Create and maintain an organizational chart, job descriptions, and staffing schedules.
• Partner with VFOR’s leadership in the hiring process, including advertising open positions, reviewing resumes, coordinating and conducting interviews, conducting reference and background checks, and drafting offer letters.

2. Onboarding and Training:

• Design, implement, and execute an onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they receive necessary training and resources to perform their roles effectively.
• Develop and deliver initial and ongoing training programs on topics such as recovery support principles, trauma-informed care, ethical standards for staff members, and more.

3. Employee Relations:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, providing guidance and support to resolve conflicts and address grievances in a timely and equitable manner.
• Foster a positive work environment by promoting open communication, trust, and respect among staff members.

4. Performance Management:

• Implement performance management processes, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development plans, to support employee growth and productivity.
• Provide coaching and feedback to staff members to help them succeed in their roles and contribute to the organization’s mission.

5. Compliance and Policy Deevelopment:

• Ensure the employee handbook is up-to-date and VFOR is in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures that reflect VFOR’s values and support its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

6. Benefits Administration and Payroll Processing:

• Process payroll ensuring all employees are paid accurately.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance and leave policies, in collaboration with relevant service providers.
• Educate staff members about available benefits and assist them with enrollment and inquiries.

7. Recordkeeping and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and confidential HR records, including personnel files, attendance records, and compliance documentation.
• Create and maintain the employee handbook and organizational policies and procedures.
• Generate reports and analyze HR metrics to identify trends, assess the effectiveness of HR initiatives, and support data-driven decision-making.

8. Collaboration and Networking:

• Partner with VFOR’s staff and board to fully understand programs and foster learning and professional development opportunities to support staff and organizational success.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and engage with local and regional networks to stay informed about best practices and emerging trends in HR management and recovery services.

9. Additional Responsibilities:

• This position may entail additional duties as needed to support the evolving needs and mission of the organization.

Essential Education, Experience and Skills:

• Personal experience with recovery from substance use disorder preferred.
• Must support Vermont Foundation of Recovery’s mission and have a passion for recovery housing.
• Strong interpersonal and writing skills with a focus on customer service.
• Have knowledge and experience in human resources best practices, particularly attracting and retaining talent, benefits administration, staff and organization evaluation, professional development, and culture health.
• Possess the leadership skills to work with and motivate staff, board members, and volunteers.
• Have the desire to build internal and external relationships.
• Be a “self-starter” and goal-driven.
• Be organized, detail-oriented, and exhibit “follow through” on tasks and goals.
• Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense, and good listening ability.
• Strong technical, computer and software skills; Experience with HR technology platforms a plus.
• 3 or more years of experience in Human Resources, preferably for a non-profit organization.
• 1 or more years of payroll experience, including employee benefit management.
• Experience generating and fostering a enthusiastic work culture across all departments

To apply: visit Indeed.com

Title: Community Relations Manager (Full-time)

Reports to: Director of Community Relations

Job purpose: To manage community engagement, fundraising, marketing, event planning, and strategic growth and sustainability efforts for Vermont Foundation of Recovery (VFOR).

Position Summary: The Community Relations Manager at VFOR is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with community stakeholders, advocating for the organization’s mission, and driving growth and sustainability through strategic initiatives. This includes board development, fundraising, social media marketing, event planning, development of marketing materials, diversifying revenue streams, and identifying opportunities for growth and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Advocacy: • Develop and implement advocacy strategies to advance the organization’s goals. • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders, including local government officials, community leaders, and partner organizations.
2. Board Development: • Collaborate with the Board of Directors to identify and recruit new board members. • Provide orientation, training, and development opportunities for board members to enhance their effectiveness. • Assist in organizing and facilitating board meetings and retreats.
3. Social Media Marketing: • Develop and implement social media strategies to enhance the organization’s online presence. • Create engaging content for social media platforms to promote the organization’s activities and events. Monitor and analyze social media metrics to track the effectiveness of campaigns.
4. Event Planning: • Plan, coordinate, and execute community and fundraising events. • Coordinate with the Director of Community Relations on event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, and promotion. • Evaluate event outcomes and provide recommendations for future events.
5. Development of Marketing and Promotional Materials: • Design and produce marketing materials, including brochures, newsletters, and annual reports. • Ensure all marketing materials are consistent with the organization’s brand and messaging. • Collaborate with other departments to gather content and information for marketing purposes.
6. Diversifying Revenue Streams: • Explore and identify new funding sources and opportunities to diversify the organization’s revenue streams. • Implement strategies to secure diverse funding, including corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and grants. • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of diversification efforts and adjust strategies as needed.
7. Identifying Opportunities for Growth and Sustainability: • Conduct research and analysis to identify opportunities for growth and sustainability of the organization. • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the organization’s impact and reach. • Collaborate with the executive team to develop long-term plans and goals for the organization.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• 5 years in communications, marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in community relations, advocacy, fundraising, and event planning. PO Box 5490 ESSEX JCT., VT 05453 802-735-4340 VFOR.ORG
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential. Ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in social media marketing and content creation.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Flexibility to adapt to changing needs and priorities.
• Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder preferred. Knowledge and experience operating recovery homes are highly desirable.

Scheduling:

• This position is a full-time role with standard working hours from Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
• Flexible work arrangement with the ability to work from home or VFOR’s headquarters in Essex Junction, VT.

If you are interested in applying for any of these positions, please contact us at [email protected].