Peer Recovery Coach

Tuerk House•Highland, MD

2d•$17 - $18

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Coach (PRC) supports the Admissions or Clinical Director by serving as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator for clients in recovery. The PRC helps clients identify and access resources for long-term stability, supports discharge planning and community connections, and provides recovery education throughout clients’ recovery journeys. The role also involves following up with former patients, particularly those who did not complete the recovery process, to offer ongoing engagement, support, and re-engagement assistance and record client outcomes in the Kipu system.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Completion of Connecticut Community for Recovery (CCAR) training, either before employment or within the first six months of employment.
Zero to two or more years of experience in the field or a related field.
Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and ability to learn in-house software.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Personal belief in recovery and the recovery process.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with staff, clients, and the public.
High energy, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills for effective teamwork.
Ability to engage clients flexibly based on their individual needs.
Ability to respect and maintain professional boundaries.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Proficiency in reading, understanding, and speaking English.
Successful completion of background and drug tests.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work at a computer, lift up to 25 pounds at times, and perform physical activities including bending, lifting, twisting, and reaching.
A valid driver’s license may be required depending on business unit placement.

Nice To Haves

CPR/AED and de-escalation skills certification.
Previous experience in a peer recovery support role or similar environment.

Responsibilities

Identify barriers to accessing services and work with clients and their Individual Recovery Management Team to address them.
Ensure clients have appropriate discharge plans they understand, and support implementation as needed.
Connect clients with mutual self-help groups when appropriate.
Provide peer support that prioritizes clients’ voices and needs and helps them establish goals and objectives.
Help clients identify needs for professional support and communicate those needs to clinical staff.
Transport clients to appropriate referral sources or safe environments as necessary.
Coach clients on independently using community resources.
Maintain phone or email contact with clients after the program to provide peer support and assist with re-engagement.
Provide educational support throughout clients’ recovery, from pre-recovery engagement through sustained recovery maintenance.
Develop and maintain relationships with community groups and agencies.
Complete documentation, reports, and data capture in accordance with Stabilization Center processes.
Refer clients to appropriate community services and document referrals and outcomes.
Conduct client room searches to check for contraband and cleanliness and ensure program compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

$2,500 sign-on bonus for full-time employees, paid in two installments at six months and one year.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
401K savings plan with a 401K match.
Company holidays.
Vacation and sick time.
Short-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Parental leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Generous paid time off.
Dental and vision insurance.
Eligibility for Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) benefits.
Potential discretionary annual bonus.