Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a COAT site?

You can learn more about becoming a COAT site here.

Where to find AA/NA and various other meetings?

You can find meetings in the Morgantown area or locally near you by visiting our Resources page.

What requirements do you need to become a Peer Recovery Support Specialist?

A certification is typically preferred by site, but not a requirement by state law. Learn more about the certification process or to observe the schedule of classes for certification.

How does a Peer Recovery Support Specialist help during recovery?

A Peer Recovery Support Specialist’s mission is to stand by as a resource to help guide anyone that is struggling with addiction to seek, start, and maintain their journey to recovery. Learn more about what Peer Recovery Support Specialist do.

What kind of background should be considered when hiring a Case Manager?

Bachelor level degree with an understanding of Substance Use Disorder is preferred. However, the staffing needs for every location is different. In some situations it is not uncommon for clinics to cross train other staff such as therapists, nurses or medical assistants as a temporary solution until a case manager is hired.

How secure is the captured data from patients?

To comply with SAHMSA grant and program regulations, we are required to report any patient data without using any identifiers such as names or social security numbers. The information given by patients is used to improve the quality of services that sponsored programs provide. Patient participation is completely voluntary to provide feedback, and is used for evaluation purposes regarding SAHMSA funded programs. Any information provided is anonymous. Review information about GPRAs.

What time of day should my clinic hold a COAT group?

There are no specific time requirements on when to run a COAT group. However, a successful COAT clinic should evaluate the needs and schedules of their patients. Many people work during the hours and operations of clinic and are not available until late afternoons. Others are caregivers or parents and can only be so flexible with the resources they have. The meeting times of your COAT group(s) should take this information into account.