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Recovery Coach Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

Assists Recovery Coaches in providing rehabilitation and support services. DUTIES Promotes a recovery-based approach to care that emphasizes hope, respect, self-direction, and empowerment. Assists ...

Recovery Aide

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$12.50 - $16.25/hr

Assists Recovery Coaches in providing rehabilitation and support services. REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED In order to provide peer support services, individuals must have personal recovery ...

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

Wellness & Recovery Specialist

Surprise, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

Wellness & Recovery Specialist

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

Wellness & Recovery Specialist

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

Wellness & Recovery Specialist

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

Wellness & Recovery Specialist

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$15.50 - $16.50/hr

The Wellness & Recovery Specialist focuses on providing exceptional service by supporting amenities and enforcing safety protocols to ensure superior experience of a member. Key responsibilities ...

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How much do recovery coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for recovery coach in Arizona is $18.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a recovery coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Recovery Coach, you need a solid understanding of addiction recovery principles, motivational interviewing, and often a relevant certification such as Certified Recovery Coach or Peer Recovery Specialist. Familiarity with case management systems, documentation software, and telehealth platforms is commonly required. Exceptional listening, empathy, and the ability to inspire and build trust set top Recovery Coaches apart. These skills are crucial for guiding clients through recovery, fostering accountability, and supporting sustainable behavioral change.

What is a recovery coach?

Recovery coaches support individuals on their journey from addiction. As a recovery coach, your clients are in a recovery program for addiction, such as drug or alcohol programs, and your job is to help them create a recovery plan to overcome their addiction and stay sober. You are a mentor and role model and encourage your clients to work through difficult times and relapses. Your job duties include performing client intake interviews, leading group and one-on-one sessions, and collaborating with other staff at the rehab treatment facility.

What are some common challenges recovery coaches face when supporting clients in early stages of recovery?

Recovery Coaches often encounter challenges such as helping clients navigate cravings, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and rebuild trust with family and friends. They may also need to address setbacks or relapses with empathy while encouraging accountability. Building rapport and maintaining professional boundaries are essential, as is collaborating with clinical teams to ensure clients receive comprehensive support. Flexibility, patience, and strong communication skills are key to overcoming these challenges.

What is the difference between Recovery Coach vs Addiction Counselor?

AspectRecovery CoachAddiction Counselor
CredentialsTypically no formal licensing; may have certifications like Certified Recovery CoachLicensed or certified, e.g., CADC, CAC
Work EnvironmentCommunity settings, peer support groups, outpatient programsClinics, treatment centers, hospitals
Industry UsageFocus on motivation, goal setting, peer supportFocus on therapy, assessment, treatment planning

Recovery Coaches and Addiction Counselors both support individuals with substance use issues, but Recovery Coaches primarily provide peer support and motivation without clinical treatment, while Addiction Counselors deliver therapy and clinical interventions. The roles often overlap in community settings, but their credentials and scope of practice differ.

What are the most commonly searched types of Recovery Coach jobs in Arizona?

The most popular types of Recovery Coach jobs in Arizona are:

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Recovery Coach jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Recovery Coach job openings:

Infographic showing various Recovery Coach job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, and 42% Part Time. Highlights an 60% In-person, and 40% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,789 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Recovery Aide - Childrens

La Frontera Center Inc.

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

SUMMARY

Assists clients and families in the behavioral health system to enhance their recovery and promote wellness. Assists Recovery Coaches in providing rehabilitation and support services.

DUTIES

Promotes a recovery-based approach to care that emphasizes hope, respect, self-direction, and empowerment.

Assists clinical team in implementing services plans.

As applicable, works directly with members on a peer-driven, self-developed recovery plan to be shared with their Behavioral Health Medical Practitioner (BHMP) that includes goals of the member / family, community resources, family/natural supports, and crisis prevention plan

Works with clients and/or their family and natural supports to navigate and use community resources in an effective manner.

Provides support and rehabilitation services in the community or client’s home, in office, or telephonically as appropriate

Consults with, makes referrals to, and follows up with other community agencies to provide needed services.

Completes documentation for behavioral health record in accordance with agency and funding source requirements.

Relates own recovery process or family experience in a positive and supportive manner through coaching, role modeling and mentoring to assist clients and/or their families in developing skills to achieve their goals (if certified to provide peer or family support services)

Communicates with clinical team regarding client’s level of independent functioning and current levels of support provided.

Provides crisis support as needed and notifies Supervisor/team.

Assists client in completion of legal consents and benefit coaching.

Transports clients to appointments that will assist them with their recovery plan.

Assists with client appointments that promote wellness and recovery.

Assists in assessment of hospitalized/crisis clients for purpose of discharge planning.

Performs welfare checks in the client’s home to assess for health and safety risks and reports clinical information to the Recovery Coach/Supervisor

Attends required training.

Attends required meetings.

Coordinate all care and services required to enhance and facilitate the optimal physical and behavioral health wellness of persons served within a trauma-informed care framework. This includes: 1) facilitating communication between medical and behavioral health practitioners/systems; 2) assisting with scheduling of and compliance with preventative and specialty physical health interventions; 3) integrating treatment interventions to address both the physical and behavioral health needs of the person/family concurrently; 4) assist persons/families served with education and resources outlining the interplay of physical and behavioral health issues on overall wellness and quality of life.

An individual may qualify for the position if the individual is able to “perform safely” the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. “Perform safely” means to perform without causing a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation, as defined by 42 U.S.C. #12111(b) and the EEOC’s regulations, 29 C.F.R #1630.2(r)

Performs other duties as assigned.


REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or GED

In order to provide peer support services, individuals must have personal recovery experience and be certified as a recovery support specialist through one of the recognized training agencies.

Individuals must be 21 years of age or older.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

Ability to work with multi-disciplinary adult recovery teams.

Knowledge of the Pima County behavioral health system.

Ability to engage clients in treatment plan.

Good communication skills.

Ability to work independently.

Uses good judgment as it relates to peer/family support.

Knowledge of confidentiality, ethics, and boundary issues related to peer/family support.


OTHER POTENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Reliable transportation, Valid AZ driver’s license, automobile insurance, and good driving record.

Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.

Proof of physical exam and annual proof of TB skin Test.

Fingerprint Clearance - If working with children (clients under 18) or work in or on premises where children’s services are rendered.


We offer a competitive wage that includes shift differential and bilingual differential pay for some positions, as well as the below generous benefit packet for full-time employees.

Medical, dental, vision insurance.

Flexible spending Accounts

Health savings account with employer contribution.

403b retirement account

Tuition reimbursement up to $5200 per year (accessible after first 90 days of employment).

Allowance added to pay to supplement additional benefits in the amount of – 2% of salary the first year and increasing every 2 years.

15 days of PTO in the first 2 years, increasing by an additional 5 days every two years.

10 paid holidays.

Short-term & Long-term Disability.

Bereavement Leave


Application Instructions

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If you experience technical difficulties with our recruiting site, email hrmail@lafrontera.org or call (520) 838-3945 with specific technical error information.


La Frontera Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or in any other term, condition, or privilege of employment with regards to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, or any status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants and employees be given equal opportunity and that hiring and other employment-related decisions are based on job-related factors.

Thank you for considering LFAZ as an employer!