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Turn Your Pain Into Purpose

Your rock bottom can become someone else's foundation. DAMD Recovery is looking for warriors—people who've been through the fire and came out stronger.

“We don't need perfect. We need real. We need you.”

Recovery coaching mentorship

50+

Lives Changed

100%

Real Experience

Why Join DAMD

More Than a Job. A Calling.

You didn't survive what you survived just to keep it to yourself.

Turn Pain Into Purpose

Your struggles become your superpower. What broke you can now help others break free.

DAMD University Training

Evidence-informed methodology meets real-world experience. CBT, MI, trauma-informed care.

Community of Leaders

Join a tribe of warriors who've been through it. No pretenders. No theory-only coaches.

Grow Your Career

Build a meaningful career helping others. Facilities need real coaches, not paper credentials.

Ongoing Support

You're never alone. Mentorship, supervision, and a team that has your back.

Make Real Impact

Change lives. Not with platitudes—with truth, accountability, and genuine connection.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We don't need a perfect resume. We need someone who's been through it and is ready to help others get through it too.

Lived Experience

Personal recovery journey (minimum 2 years suggested)

Passion for Service

Genuine desire to help others transform their lives

Coachable Spirit

Willingness to learn, grow, and receive feedback

Reliability

Show up when you say you will. Consistency matters.

Prior Certifications(Optional)

CADC, RADT, peer support certs (helpful, not required)

LA Metro Location

Ability to facilitate groups in Los Angeles area

“We build leaders through suffering—not followers through comfort.”

— DAMD Ethos

Currently accepting coaches in the Los Angeles metro area
DAMD University

The Training Program

Not theory from a textbook. Real skills from people who've lived it.

01

Foundation

  • DAMD Philosophy & Ethics
  • Trauma-Informed Basics
  • Boundaries & Self-Care
02

Core Skills

  • CBT Practices
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Group Facilitation
03

Advanced Techniques

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Dual Diagnosis Awareness
  • Relapse Prevention
04

Real-World Application

  • Supervised Sessions
  • Facility Integration
  • Ongoing Mentorship

12

Week Program

1:1

Mentorship

Live

Practice Sessions

From Our Coaches

They Did It. You Can Too.

DAMD gave me a second chance—not just at life, but at purpose. Now I help others find theirs.

Marcus T.

DAMD Coach, 3 years sober

I never thought my rock bottom would become my foundation. Gabriel saw something in me I couldn't see.

Sarah M.

DAMD Coach, 5 years sober

Ready to Turn Your Pain Into Purpose?

Your story isn't over. It's just getting started. Apply now and let's see if DAMD is the right fit for you.

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