Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Worker) - job 1 of 2

As a Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Worker) at Crestwood, you'll be responsible for assisting clients through their recovery journey, facilitating rehabilitation groups under supervision, and providing support during crisis situations. Your role is integral to ensuring that our clients receive the compassionate care they need to thrive.

To apply for the Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Worker) position at Crestwood, you need to have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Ideally, you should also have two years of clinical experience in a psychiatric setting. If you don't meet the experience requirement, training can substitute, allowing you to gain the knowledge necessary for success in this role.

Absolutely! Many individuals who start as Recovery Coaches (Entry-Level Mental Health Workers) at Crestwood find opportunities for advancement, often moving into Service Coordinator roles. Crestwood is committed to your professional development and offers industry-leading education and training to help you grow your career.

At Crestwood, you'll find a warm and compassionate environment where children, adolescents, and adults in crisis feel welcomed and supported. The Crisis Stabilization Unit is designed to provide a calm atmosphere for clients receiving mental health stabilization services, and you'll play a key role in maintaining this supportive setting.

Crestwood offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, vacation, and sick leave. Additionally, there are retirement options, a scholarship program, competitive pay, and various awards for dedicated service, making joining the Crestwood team an attractive opportunity.

Think about your personal experiences or motivations that draw you to mental health support. Share a genuine story that reflects your passion for helping others and your commitment to making a difference in their lives.

In a crisis situation, it’s important to stay calm and assess the client's needs first. Talk through de-escalation techniques you would use, demonstrating your understanding of crisis intervention and your ability to provide support effectively.

Essential skills include strong communication, empathy, active listening, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team. Provide examples of how you've demonstrated these skills in past experiences.

To support a client struggling with motivation, I would focus on building a rapport first. Understanding their individual challenges is key, then I would help them set small, achievable goals to regain their motivation and celebrate their successes along the way.

Share a specific example that illustrates your teamwork experiences. Emphasize your contributions to the team and how working collaboratively helped achieve the desired outcomes, particularly in a mental health setting if possible.

Demonstrate your knowledge about Crestwood’s commitment to innovative recovery programs and their focus on empowering clients. This shows you’ve done your research and are genuinely interested in the organization's values.

Discuss the importance of professional boundaries in a mental health context and outline specific strategies you would use to maintain those boundaries while still being supportive and approachable for clients.

Talk about your approach to leading group discussions, including creating a safe space for sharing, encouraging participation, and using structured activities to promote engagement and learning.

Explain your prioritization process, perhaps utilizing tools or methods you use to keep organized, particularly in settings where you may deal with crisis situations. This showcases your practical management skills.

Client-centered care is about putting the client's needs and preferences at the forefront of service delivery. Provide an example of how you would implement this in your work as a Recovery Coach, ensuring clients feel respected and involved in their care plans.