Peer Recovery Coach

University of Maryland Medical System•Aberdeen, MD

9d•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Peer Recovery Coach provides non-clinical services intended to support patients in establishing recovery from high risk of alcohol dependence and drug use. The Peer Recovery Coach will work as part of the Behavioral Health Team in the Emergency Department to provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients who are seeking treatment. The Peer Recovery Coach will assist in completing referrals to treatment services and developing service plans to promote successful linkage to treatment. Services will include appropriate follow up.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.
Must be actively engaged in his/her own recovery program.
Minimum of three years demonstrated personal recovery and sustained abstinence from alcohol or drug use.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to relate to patients and health care professionals.
Ability to develop professional working relationships with partner agencies.
Excellent listening skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Ability to read, interpret, and write routine reports.
Basic computer skills.
Willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

Provide non-clinical services to support patients in establishing recovery from high risk of alcohol dependence and drug use.
Work as part of the Behavioral Health Team in the Emergency Department.
Provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients seeking treatment.
Assist in completing referrals to treatment services.
Develop service plans to promote successful linkage to treatment.
Provide appropriate follow-up services.