AMHC | Part-Time | Machias Outpatient

Are you passionate about helping others overcome barriers, build confidence, and create lasting change?

We're looking for a compassionate, motivated individual to support participants in Adult Treatment Recovery Court part-time as they work toward recovery, stability, and a brighter future.

What You'll Do

• Provide one-on-one and group peer support services

• Use your lived experience to inspire hope, motivation, and resilience

• Support participants in achieving recovery and treatment goals

• Help individuals identify strengths and overcome barriers

• Connect participants with community resources and recovery supports

• Encourage self-advocacy, accountability, and personal growth

• Assist participants in navigating treatment court requirements

• Document services and maintain confidentiality

• Collaborate with treatment providers, community partners, and the recovery court team

What We're Looking For

• Lived experience in recovery from substance use disorder

• Lived experience within the criminal justice system

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping others

• Commitment to peer support values, professionalism, and ethical boundaries

• Passion for empowering individuals on their recovery journey

Why Join Our Team

• Meaningful work that changes lives

• Opportunity to use your experience to help others succeed

• Supportive, mission-driven environment

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Collaborative team focused on recovery and community wellness

Schedule

• Primarily Monday through Friday business hours

• Occasional flexibility required to meet participant and program needs

Ready to Make a Difference?

• Help others discover their strengths

• Support recovery, resiliency, and independence

• Be part of a team committed to lasting change

• This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• The individual must have lived experience with a substance use disorder, or insider knowledge in recovery and be willing to self-identify. 
• Must have experience in or with the criminal justice system.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.  
• Recovery Coach requirements:
• Complete Recovery Coach Academy training within four (4) months of date of hire. 
• Complete the CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches ethics training or complete the CCAR training itself during the first nine (9) months of service.
• Take part in monthly coachervision. 
• Register with the Maine Peer Recovery Coach Certification Board
• Certified Intentional Peer Support Specialists (CIPPS) requirements: 
• Within the first 30 days of hire CIPSS Pre-Training completed and submitted.
• Within 60 days of hire begin attending monthly co-reflections and continue attending co-reflections monthly until Core CIPSS training begins. 
• Within 60 days of hire attend Peer Support 101 and apply for the next available Core Training.