Peer Recovery Coach

Tuerk House• Baltimore, MD, US, 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 and follows up with former patients, particularly those who did not complete the recovery process. The role provides ongoing engagement, support, and encouragement, and updates the Kipu system with client outcomes. Tuerk House is a non-profit behavioral health system serving nearly 300 patients a day regardless of ability to pay. Founded in Baltimore in 1970, it provides an integrative model of care focused on lifelong healing and recovery and has Joint Commission Accreditation. The position is non-exempt. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time employees, paid in two installments at six months and one year.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Completion of Connecticut Community for Recovery (CCAR) training, or obtain it within the first six months of employment.
Zero to two years or more of experience in the field or a related field.
Proficiency in MS Office, including 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 to work effectively within a team.
Ability to engage clients flexibly according to their individual needs.
Respect for and maintenance of professional boundaries.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Proficiency in reading, understanding, and speaking English.
Successful completion of background and drug tests.
Full physical mobility, including ability to bend, lift, twist, reach, and perform other physical activities necessary for job duties.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

CPR/AED and de-escalation skills certification preferred.
Previous experience in a peer recovery support role or similar environment preferred.
A valid driver's license may be required depending on business unit placement.

Responsibilities

Identify obstacles to accessing services and work with clients and their Individual Recovery Management Team to address them.
Ensure clients have appropriate, clearly understood discharge plans and support implementation as needed.
Facilitate connections to 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 areas where professional support is needed 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 and/or email contact with clients to provide continued peer support and post-program re-engagement assistance.
Provide educational support to clients throughout their recovery journey, from pre-recovery engagement through sustained recovery maintenance.
Develop and maintain relationships with community groups and agencies.
Complete required 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 program compliance, contraband, and cleanliness.
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.
Healthcare, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) savings plan with a company match.
Company holidays.
Vacation and sick time; generous paid time off.
Short-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Pet insurance.
Parental leave.
Employee Assistance Program.
Eligibility for Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) benefits.
Potential discretionary annual bonus.