Beyond Betty

This is an excellent interview on what it takes for a family system to heal with addiction. A book recommendation from it: “Prodependence”by Robert Weiss.

When the Solution Becomes the Problem | Dr. Michael Barnes, Director Michael Barnes Family Institute In this episode of Brainwaves by Opus, we sit down with Dr. Michael Barnes, counselor, educator, and clinical leader at The Foundry Treatment Center and The ...

Come work with us. 😎

The Michael Barnes Family Institute is currently hiring for a family recovery coach (part-time) in Foundry Steamboat. If you know anyone who meets the following credentials, please pass this on to them. They will be a part of a vibrant coaching team that includes Dr. Michael Barnes, Allison Harden, and Raymond Shelton.

Family Coach
Steamboat Springs, CO
Description
Family Coach

Reports to: Director MBFI

Job Category: Hourly | Non-Exempt | Part-Time | Full-Time

Salary Range: $23.20-$28/hour (depending on experience and certifications)

Job Site: Hybrid (Steamboat Springs, CO/Home office)

This Program will provide a comprehensive training period led by Michael Barnes, Ph.D., LAC, LPC, Director and Founder of the MBFI Family Institute. This will include book review, classroom-style training sessions, and clinical supervision to ensure competence and adherence to MBFI Clinical Programming.

Job Summary:

The Family Coach works with families and those in recovery to help educate, support, and offer resources in the recovery journey.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in human services fields preferred, high school diploma or equivalent required.
Certification as a Certified Peer and Family Specialist (CPFS) through the Colorado Providers Association (COPA) is required.
CAT certification or a willingness to complete CAT certification is a plus.
Minimum of one year's experience in an addictions and/or behavioral healthcare setting, with residential treatment experience desired.
Experience working with families who have family members in treatment.
Required Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of “best practices” and evidence-based behavioral medicine treatment delivery and methodologies.
Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Strong relationship-building skills.
Ability to listen well and offer solutions.
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Organized with strong time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience leading group activities and facilitating group sessions.
Familiar with the 12-Step Program and the 12 Steps/12 Traditions.
Knowledge of industry and trauma-integrated care are a plus.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to think creatively and share ideas.
Ability to make decisions using sound judgment, data, and advice.
Exhibit care and compassion with discretion to staff and participants.
Working understanding of State and federal regulatory requirements (JCAHO, BHA, CFR42, part 2, HIPPA).
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s CRM system.
Experience working with/using clinical applications and ability to facilitate with families via phone, Zoom, and MBFI App.
Valid, non-restricted Colorado driver's license.
Duties/Responsibilities:

Implement the family component of the program to include initial phone calls, Family 101 and 102 (MBFI App Based Programs) and weekly family support groups, on-site family groups with clients, family sessions, and impact letter coordination.
Provide coaching and support to the family members of those in service.
Provide Family 101 and 102 services, both group and individual components.
Collaborate with the Director in the ongoing development of the family educational program.
Take an active role in navigating potential client ACA situations by coordinating with the on-site team, the client, and their support system.
Facilitate telehealth sessions with the family, the client, and the continuing care coordinator, prior to discharge from RTC/PHP level of care to review the aftercare plan and to identify important factors to consider as the participant shifts into aftercare or home.
Attend multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Timely and complete record documentation.
Represent NRT to the community both formally and informally.
Adhere to facility policy and procedures, State & Federal law, BHA, and JCAHO regulations and standards.
Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working/typing on a computer.
Sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, climb steps, hear, see, speak.
Exposure to clinical and medical environments.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Driving in all weather conditions.
Benefits and Perks:

Health and Wellness

Medical, dental and vision insurance*
Supplemental accident and hospital indemnity coverage*
Voluntary Term Life insurance*
Employee Assistance Program
Monthly wellness reimbursement*
Financial

Competitive salary
Employee recognition and rewards programs
Employee referral incentive program
Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan
Work/Life Perks

Professional growth and development
Continuing education reimbursement
Unlimited paid time off (exempt employees) + sick days
Paid time off policy (non-exempt employees) + sick days
Paid holidays (exempt) or ability to earn 1.5x base hourly rate (non-exempt)
*Full-time employees

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employer accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

There is still time to register for our peer supervisors group this Tuesday at 12pm. Have a beautiful weekend.

Beyond Betty’s Peer Supervisor Monthly Group Allison Harden and Britt Westmoreland will facilitate this free monthly community support group for Peer supervisors in Colorado.

To all the Peer Supervisors we know, enjoy your weekend and register for our upcoming group on 9/9 at noon. 😎

Beyond Betty’s Peer Supervisor Monthly Group Allison Harden and Britt Westmoreland will facilitate this free monthly community support group for Peer supervisors in Colorado.

“When family members embrace recovery, they move beyond quarrels between the past and the present. In doing so, they become open to a new resilience that was previously unavailable.” Dr. Michael F. Barnes, Michael Barnes Family Institute

Announcement: We are launching a free Peer Supervisor Monthly Group starting Tuesday, August 5th on Zoom from 12-1pm. Please register at the link below, and let us know if you have any questions. There are more details/requirements in eventbrite. We look forward to seeing the community we can build here in Colorado.

Beyond Betty’s Peer Supervisor Monthly Group Allison Harden and Britt Westmoreland will facilitate this free monthly community support group for Peer supervisors in Colorado.

Denver AA Big Book delivery day today! Thanks to York Street, Stout Street Foundation, Ke’nekt, Denver Health Thrive Program and Denver Cares for your support in sharing these. Also, thanks to Trish and Steph for helping us add the stickers to all the books this morning. It was a beautiful day. 🙏🏼❤️

Meet our friends in La Junta! Jeff Richardson and Chris Menges have our first 2 cases of AA big books to distribute in Marty and Jason’s memory.

The Big Book drive has begun. Thank you Marty Block and Jason Rattie for your memory, passion, and recovery! These books are donated in your spirit.
1st Stop Otero County Health Department and Fort Lyons 🙏🏼

My second cousin Marty Block passed away last month in Denver with 22+ years of sobriety. We want to continue his legacy of carrying the message to those still suffering by donating 625 AA big books in his name. They are $12 each. Please help us reach our goal and honor a great man. More details are in the gofundme. Thanks in advance 🙏🏼❤️

Donate to Marty Block’s AA Big Book Drive, organized by Allison Harden My second cousin Marty Block passed away in Denver Colorado in March with 22+ years in … Allison Harden needs your support for Marty Block’s AA Big Book Drive

I’m excited to share we will be hosting a new recovery meeting in Denver at FREE. If you know women and gender-expansive people interested in going through the 12 steps one week at a time, please send them our way.
Happy New Year! 🎉🙏🏼 Allison

A Woman's Way Through the Twelve Steps Stephanie Covington's program, "A Woman's Way through the Twelve Steps," shares experiential exercises to help women and gender-diverse people recover from addiction and other compulsive behavior. This Limited series will be led by Allison Harden (Beyond Betty) and FREE's Associate Executive Directo...

This interview is empowering for women, nonbinary, transgender, gender nonconforming, and more living through addiction and recovery.

Dr. Stephanie Covington - A Pioneer In Advocating For Women's Recovery Have you ever wondered, with all the changes and new information we have on alcohol use disorder and addiction, are the 12 steps still relevant? Well today ...