CRC Boundary Setting & Self-Care 3

Question 1

A client asks their recovery coach for a hug at the end of a session. The coach should:

Accepted Answer

Use professional judgment and follow agency policy on physical contact

Answer

Physical contact decisions should be guided by professional judgment, agency policy, and the client's cultural and personal context.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a TIME boundary a recovery coach should establish?

Accepted Answer

Defining session length and response windows for messages

Answer

Time boundaries include clearly defined session duration and communication availability, protecting both parties from role diffusion.

Question 3

Vicarious resilience in recovery coaches refers to:

Accepted Answer

Positive transformation the coach experiences through witnessing client growth

Answer

Vicarious resilience describes the positive emotional growth coaches can experience by witnessing their clients' recovery journeys.

Question 4

A recovery coach working in a small community encounters a client at a local AA meeting. The most appropriate response is to:

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the client discreetly and let the client guide the interaction

Answer

Allowing the client to guide the interaction respects their autonomy and confidentiality in community settings.

Question 5

Which statement about professional boundaries is most accurate for recovery coaches?

Accepted Answer

Boundaries create a safe structure that supports client growth

Answer

Professional boundaries establish a consistent, predictable environment that enables clients to do recovery work safely.

(CRC) Certified Recovery Coach Practice Test