Certified Recovery Mentor

Job Category: Healthcare - Behavioral Health

Requisition Number: RECOV
007954

Posted: December 9, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: On-site

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Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. We hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission to end homelessness through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Summary: The Recovery Mentor Specialist will conduct interventions with clients at the Hooper Center and other treatment institutions. The Mentor will escort and provide transportation for clients to initial post Detox treatment episodes, primary care providers, twelve-step meetings, and other outside support meetings. The Recovery Mentor will work with Hooper Staff and other Treatment Providers for potential referrals. The Mentor will work to prepare clients to continue on the path to self‑sufficiency such as employment and stable housing.

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• High school diploma, GED, or demonstrated ability to read and write at a sufficient level.
• Registered as Certified Recovery Mentor (CRM) with MHACBO prior to start, or Certified Peer Support Specialist (or Peer Wellness Specialist) and registered as Traditional Health Worker (THW) on the THW Registry.
• Adherence to Central City Concern’s drug‑free workplace policy. Flexible work schedule required, including some evening and weekend work.
• Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. Cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern.
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.
• Must possess a current driver’s license, pass a DMV background check, and be designated an “acceptable” driver as outlined in Central City Concern’s Fleet Safety Policy.
• Must pass an initial Annual Drivers training and annual Recertification training. Must maintain vehicle insurance coverage of a minimum of $100,000/$300,000 personal auto liability coverage.
• Generally have the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull and lift heavy objects and climb stairs, with reasonable or no accommodation.
• Must adhere to agency’s non‑discrimination policies.
• Ability to interact with co‑workers and clients with diverse backgrounds, respecting all differences.

• Participate in outreach efforts to engage prospective clients, including appointments, home visits, and community work.
• Develop relationships with organizations, providers, community leaders, and advocacy groups serving a diverse community.
• Connect participants with services and supports.
• Collaborate with treatment team, agency, client’s support networks, and community providers to address client needs.
• Assist with screenings, intakes, case plans, discharges, and follow‑up calls.
• Escort clients to initial treatment episodes, primary care providers, and other appropriate providers.
• Follow‑up with referral resources to determine outcome of intervention and maintain records on progress.
• Introduce clients to appropriate self‑help support and other supportive services/activities.
• Conduct urinary analysis on clients as needed.
• Advocate and provide referral services to ensure participants access a variety of services and benefits, including mental health and physical health services.
• Participate in admission and discharge planning for any client needing hospitalization or sub‑acute level of care.
• Work within scope of training and experience and seek consultation when appropriate.
• Adhere to all state and federal privacy regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and to CCC policies regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security.
• Monitor office and answer telephone as necessary.
• Participate in compliance, quality assurance, and quality improvement activities as directed.
• Attend all mandatory CCC trainings in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to consider the impacts and outcomes for underserved communities during decision‑making.
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