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Recovery Coach

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$20.50 - $22.31/hr

He/she is responsible for conducting outreach, advocacy, and developing sober social and support activities. The Recovery Coach documents all provided services in a manner that is compliant with ...

Recovery Coach

Ramsey, NJ ยท On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Wilton, CT ยท On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

Recovery Coach Wilton, CT About the Position: Mountainside is seeking a compassionate, driven ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts--ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Chappaqua, NY ยท On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Ramsey, NJ ยท Remote

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Ramsey, NJ ยท Remote

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Ramsey, NJ ยท On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

Recovery Coach Ramsey, NJ About the Position: Mountainside is seeking a compassionate, driven ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts--ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Wilton, CT ยท On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Manhattan, NY ยท On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Recovery Coach

Wilton, CT ยท Remote

$55K - $80K/yr

The Recovery Coach will support clients in defining and achieving their personal recovery goals ... sober housing providers, wellness professionals, and legal experts-ensuring each person receives ...

Life Coach - Day Shift

Albuquerque, NM ยท On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Life Coach Reports to : Program Manager FLSA : Full Time Pay Rate : $16- $20 an hour Current ... an adolescent sober living and recovery center in Albuquerque, NM, under the ownership and ...

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We offer outpatient clinical care, sober living housing, and community-based support to individuals ... Support staff development through training, coaching, and performance evaluation. * Collaborate ...

Bilingual Peer Recovery Coach

Roxbury, MA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

The role of the Peer Recovery Coach is to provide non-clinical services intended to aid individuals ... in a sober environment; * Shares personal recovery experiences and demonstrates and models ...

Bilingual Peer Recovery Coach

Roxbury, MA ยท On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

The role of the Peer Recovery Coach is to provide non-clinical services intended to aid individuals ... in a sober environment; * Shares personal recovery experiences and demonstrates and models ...

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How much do sober coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for sober coach in the United States is $23.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Sober Coach job?

A Sober Coach is a professional who supports individuals in maintaining sobriety and making positive lifestyle changes. They provide guidance, accountability, and practical strategies to help clients navigate daily challenges without relapsing. Unlike therapists, Sober Coaches focus on real-world situations, offering immediate assistance and encouragement. They may accompany clients to events, help build healthy routines, and connect them with recovery resources.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Sober Coach position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sober Coach, you need deep knowledge of addiction recovery principles, crisis intervention strategies, and experience in working with individuals in recovery, often supported by certifications like a CADC or similar addiction counseling credentials. Familiarity with recovery management tools, progress tracking systems, and relevant client management software is beneficial. Outstanding interpersonal skills, patience, active listening, and discretion are essential soft skills for building trust and supporting clients' sobriety. These abilities enable Sober Coaches to provide effective accountability, consistent support, and empower individuals on their recovery journey.

What are typical challenges a Sober Coach may face in their day-to-day work?

Sober Coaches often encounter the challenge of supporting clients through emotional highs and lows, relapse risks, and resistance to new habits. They must adapt to diverse client personalities and needs, balancing empathetic encouragement with strong boundaries. Additionally, the role can involve irregular hours, especially when clients need assistance outside conventional schedules. Successful Sober Coaches rely on self-care practices, peer support, and ongoing training to maintain their effectiveness and well-being.
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Infographic showing various Sober Coach job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 33% Hybrid, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,941 per year, or $23 per hour.
Recovery Coach

Recovery Coach

Odyssey House INC

Manhattan, NY โ€ข On-site

$20.50 - $22.31/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

TITLE: Recovery Coach - Part-Time

REPORTS: Director of Recovery Services

FLSA CODE: Non-Exempt

PROGRAM: Odyssey House Recovery Center - 953 Souther Blvd. Bronx, NY 10459


Our Mission:

Since 1967, Odyssey House has been providing innovative services and programs to a broad population of individuals and families struggling with substance use and mental health disorders. Odyssey House helps New Yorkers of all agesโ€”and across all five boroughsโ€”beat drugs and alcohol with highly individualized treatment programs. Odyssey House provides high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres, including: psychological, physical, social, family, educational and spiritual in order to support personal rehabilitation, renewal and family restoration.

If that sounds different than other treatment programs, youโ€™re right. Because Odyssey is where recovery gets real.

In addition to competitive salaries, Odyssey House offers:

  • A 35-hour work week (as opposed to a 40-hour work week)
  • Vacation Plan and Holiday Schedule
  • Life Insurance
  • Medical Insurance (Two Plans)
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Additional Insurance Coverages (hospitalization, accidental, critical illness coverage)
  • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account/Health Reimbursement Account
  • 403(b) Plan
  • Corporate Counseling Associates (CCA) EAP benefit
  • Ability Assist Counseling Services (through The Hartford)
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Educational Assistance Programs
  • Special shopping discounts through ADP Marketplace and PlumBenefits
  • RUFit?! Fitness Program
  • Legal Assistance through ARAG
  • Optum Financial Service through ConnectYourCare
  • Benefit Advocacy Center through Gallagher

MAJOR FUNCTIONS:

The Recovery Coach is responsible for providing community-based recovery services to an assigned caseload of clients referred through the Recovery Center. He/she is responsible for conducting outreach, advocacy, and developing sober social and support activities. The Recovery Coach documents all provided services in a manner that is compliant with regulatory and funding agents. He/she delivers services to the participants on-site and in the community.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Contributes to the development of the ethical framework for delivery of recovery services and conducts all recovery coaching activities within this framework.

2. Contributes to the development of a community resource book.

3. Assists the participants in completing a Wellness Plan.

4. Provides guidance, support and recovery coaching for participants in accordance with Wellness Plan and engages in recovery activities and support services.

5. Conducts outreach activities in the community.

6. Organizes community-based pro-social activities and events.

7. Maintain weekly contact with each participant for at least one half hour.

8. Attends monthly Recovery Coach support group.

9. Helps to facilitate Peer to Peer recovery support groups.

10. Maintains weekly Recovery Coach contact log.

11. Conducts educational presentations for providers of local recovery support services.

12. Conducts educational presentations to groups of prospective Recovery Coaches.

13. Conducts educational presentation to groups of prospective participants.

14. Eligible to serve on Consumer Advisory Board and project steering committee.

REQUIREMENTS: EDUCATION/TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D.

2. Ability to deliver culturally competent services to a diverse client population in an urban setting.

3. Familiarity with the project's ethical framework for recovery services and the Recovery Self-Assessment and Planning Guide.

4. A minimum of six months of community-based recovery with at least six consecutive months of abstinence at the time of enrollment.

5. Good interpersonal skills, enthusiastic about recovery.

6. Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

7. Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) certification, to be obtained within six months of hire.

Odyssey House is an equal opportunity employer maintaining a non-discriminatory policy on hiring of its personnel. Odyssey House, and its operational divisions, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizen status in all employment decisions including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, training, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.