Peer Recovery Coach

University of Maryland Medical System • Bel Air, MD

1d • $17 - $24

About The Position

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is seeking a candidate who is actively engaged in a recovery program for substance use in the role of Peer Recovery Coach. The Peer Recovery Coach provides non-clinical services intended to aid patients in establishing recovery from high risk of dependent alcohol and drug use. The Peer Recovery Coach will work as part of the Emergency Department team to provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients to seek treatment for alcohol or drug dependency and addiction. The Peer Recovery Coach will assist in developing recovery plans, complete referrals to treatment and other recovery supports. Services will be provided in the Emergency Department with appropriate follow-up.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• The candidate must be actively engaged in his/her own recovery program with a minimum of two years’ (three years’ preferred) demonstrated personal recovery and sustained abstinence from alcohol and/or drug use.
• The Peer Recovery Coach must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to relate to patients and health professionals, as well as an ability to develop professional working relationships with partner agencies.
• The candidate must possess excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills, as well as good problem solving skills.
• The incumbent must be able to read, interpret documents and write routine reports.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a willingness to learn and an interest in acquiring new skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients to seek treatment for alcohol or drug dependency and addiction.
• Assist in developing recovery plans
• Complete referrals to treatment and other recovery supports.
• Services will be provided in the Emergency Department with appropriate follow-up.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees