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What are some common challenges faced by individuals working as recovery coaches, and how can these be managed?

Recovery Coaches often encounter challenges such as navigating emotional boundaries, supporting clients through relapse, and maintaining motivation in high-stress environments. It’s essential to practice self-care, seek regular supervision, and stay informed about best practices in addiction recovery. Building strong communication skills and collaborating with clinical teams can help Recovery Coaches provide consistent, effective support to those in recovery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a substance abuse counselor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Substance Abuse Counselor, you generally need a background in psychology, social work, or counseling, often supported by licensure or certification. Familiarity with case management software, electronic health records, and evidence-based treatment programs is typically required. Exceptional active listening, empathy, and motivational skills help build trust and rapport with clients. These competencies are crucial for effectively supporting individuals in their recovery journey and promoting long-term behavioral change.

What is the difference between In Recovery vs Inpatient Rehab Specialist?

AspectIn RecoveryInpatient Rehab Specialist
CredentialsOften requires certification in addiction counseling or recovery coachingRequires certification or licensing in addiction counseling or healthcare
Work EnvironmentOutpatient settings, recovery centers, or community programsHospital or residential rehab facilities
Employer & IndustryRehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, community health organizationsHospitals, inpatient rehab facilities, healthcare providers

In Recovery professionals typically work in outpatient or community settings focusing on ongoing support and relapse prevention, while Inpatient Rehab Specialists work within residential facilities providing intensive, inpatient addiction treatment. Both roles require related certifications and serve the same industry but differ mainly in work environment and scope of care.

What does it mean to be in recovery?

Being 'in recovery' typically refers to someone who is working to overcome addiction, mental health issues, or other life challenges. It means they are actively taking steps to improve their health and well-being, often through therapy, support groups, or medical treatment. Recovery is an ongoing process that involves making positive lifestyle changes, developing coping skills, and building a support network. People in recovery may still face setbacks, but they are committed to maintaining their progress and personal growth.

Therapist - Women in Recovery Continuing Care

Family & Children's Services

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Therapists under supervisor $72,000+/yr, plus $5,000 bonus! Licensed Therapists, $82,000+/yr, plus $8,000 bonus!

  • Premium Medical, Dental & Vision benefits!
  • 75% Agency paid medical premiums and zero cost options
  • Retirement Savings 403(b) plan with up to 6% employer match
  • Life insurance, short & long term disability benefits
  • Employee Assistance & wellness programs
  • Student Loan Repayment Programs
  • 34 Paid Days Off 1st year
  • Professional development and CEUs
  • Clinical Supervision for licensure provided by agency
  • Career advancement opportunities

About this role

Women in Recovery (WIR) Continuing Care Therapist provides direct, gender-specific individual and group counseling, family and relationship counseling services within a outpatient treatment format to participants; with emphasis on recovery from substance abuse, role-modeling, women only groups, trauma, health and wellness, parenting and family reunification. Therapist maintains and cultivates relationships with external agencies, such as probation personnel, ancillary service providers, referring agencies, etc.  

Why you'll love this role

Women in Recovery (WIR) is an intensive outpatient alternative for eligible women facing long prison sentences. Following participation in Women in Recovery, the women are eligible for life long services from an interdisciplinary treatment team through our Continuing Care Department.  Therapist works closely with, fellow treatment team members, the criminal justice system and various community partners to ensure WIR program participants receive supervision, substance abuse and mental health treatment, education, workforce readiness training and family reunification services. This program changes lives but also carries far reaching benefits such as strengthening individuals and whole families that has lasting impact for generations, breaks the cycle of intergenerational incarceration and helps women become productive and responsible citizens. 

WIR Continuing Care Therapists engage in helping women conquer their drug addiction, recover from trauma and acquire the essential economic, emotional and social tools to build successful and productive lives. 

Therapist requirements

  • A Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling Psychology or its equivalent from an accredited school.
  • Knowledge and experience in individual, group and family therapy.
  • Must have or be under supervision as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor or have drug/alcohol treatment experience.
  • Knowledge and experience in conducting mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Must demonstrate a clinical family systems orientation, competency about motivational interviewing, stages/process of change, the elements of the stages/phases of recovery, and ability to work with diverse populations with multiplicity of problems.
  • Experience working with court systems and gender-specific treatment a plus.
  • Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. [Mileage reimbursement provided*]

CCBHC Model of Care

Family & Children’s Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).  This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to:     

  1. Increased access to care and crisis services
  2. Expanded traditional community mental health and substance use services.
  3. Added Care Coordination and physical health screening for mental health clients
  4. Greater access to Social Services for clients’ economic and social needs
  5. Increased specialized services for veterans, those most in need, and those impacted by the opioid crisis.

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any therapist applicant; however all employees are subject to the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.