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Assistant Motivational Interviewing Jobs in Iowa

Recovery Coach

Sioux City, IA

$17 - $22/hr

Provide ongoing recovery support, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention support, and early re-engagement for individuals with OUDs. * Assist patients in identifying recovery goals, overcoming ...

Recovery Coach

Sioux City, IA · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Provide ongoing recovery support, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention support, and early re-engagement for individuals with OUDs. * Assist patients in identifying recovery goals, overcoming ...

Answers phone and assist with housekeeping duties as necessary; * Implements motivational interviewing and active listening techniques in supporting clients recovering from drug/alcohol dependence;

Answers phone and assist with housekeeping duties as necessary; * Implements motivational interviewing and active listening techniques in supporting clients recovering from drug/alcohol dependence;

Answers phone and assist with housekeeping duties as necessary; * Implements motivational interviewing and active listening techniques in supporting clients recovering from drug/alcohol dependence;

... . * Assist with developing and maintaining working relationships with other mental health ... motivational interviewing. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

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What is the difference between Assistant Motivational Interviewing vs Peer Support Specialist?

AspectAssistant Motivational InterviewingPeer Support Specialist
CredentialsTraining in motivational interviewing techniques, certifications varyPeer support certification or lived experience
Work EnvironmentHealthcare, mental health clinics, counseling settingsCommunity programs, mental health agencies, recovery centers
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, mental health organizationsNonprofits, community health organizations

Assistant Motivational Interviewing focuses on applying specific counseling techniques to motivate clients, often requiring specialized training. Peer Support Specialists leverage their lived experience to support others in recovery, often with peer certifications. While both roles work in mental health settings, Assistant Motivational Interviewing professionals typically work alongside clinicians, whereas Peer Support Specialists provide peer-led support. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Motivational Interviewing job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

$17 - $22/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Siouxland Community Health Center has a full-time opening for: 

Recovery Coach

Successful candidate must have solid experience & advanced knowledge of:

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Lived experience related to recovery, substance use disorder or family/community recovery support strongly preferred; experience providing peer support, recovery coaching, outreach, or working with individuals with substance use disorder preferred.
  • Completion of approved Peer Recovery Specialist training following hire
  • Ongoing education in harm reduction, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and systems navigation.

Successful candidate must be able to perform primary functions of position:

  • Provide ongoing recovery support, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention support, and early re-engagement for individuals with OUDs.
  • Assist patients in identifying recovery goals, overcoming barriers to treatment engagement, and maintaining connection to medical, behavioral health, and community-based recovery services.
  • Collaborate closely with substance use navigators, medical providers, and community partners to support continuity of care and long-term recovery stability.
  • These functions are not all inclusive

Siouxland Community Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

SCHC participates in E-Verify.

Pre-employment drug screen, background check, and review of required immunizations. Exemptions may be granted for religious or medical accommodation.