Recovery Coach - Bronson Methodist Hospital

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recovery Coach provides peer-based recovery support to patients within the hospital setting who are experiencing substance use disorders and/or co-occurring mental health conditions. Drawing on lived experience and recovery knowledge, the Recovery Coach offers non-clinical assistance to support patients during hospitalization, enhance engagement in treatment, and ensure smooth transitions to ongoing care post-discharge. This role plays a vital part in connecting patients to community resources, fostering hope, and reducing hospital readmissions related to substance use.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of sustained personal recovery from substance use disorder.
Certification through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) as a Peer Recovery Specialist or Recovery Coach and/or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
Additional training requirements offered through MDHHS and/or Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professions (MCBAP) within 6 months of hire include: Ethical Considerations in Recovery Introduction to Recovery Advocacy Recovery Coaching and Professionalism
High school diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients and health professionals.
Knowledge of local treatment programs, recovery supports, and crisis resources.
Experience working with diverse populations.
Ability to meet hospital based minimum work requirements.
Ability to maintain HIPAA-compliant confidentiality and clear, timely documentation in electronic health record.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in hospitals, emergency departments, or inpatient behavioral health units.
Familiarity with SBIRT, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.
Bilingual or multilingual a plus.
CPR certification and knowledge of basic medical terminology (or willingness to learn).
Proficiency in electronic health records (EPIC, Cerner, etc.).

Responsibilities

Support the Mission, Vision, and Values of Bronson Health Care Group.
Meet with patients referred by clinical staff (e.g., ED/Inpatient Care Teams) to build rapport and offer recovery support during their hospital stay.
Facilitates patient’s readiness for change utilizing motivational interviewing and goal-setting conversations to help patients consider recovery steps post-discharge.
Provide emotional support, encouragement, and information about recovery pathways including harm reduction, abstinence-based, and medication-assisted options.
Maintain an awareness of current resources within the community relating to recovery and the social determinates of health (SDOH).
Coordinate and or meet with Community Based Recovery Coaches to facilitate best practice implementation.
Collaborate with hospital staff, social workers, and care coordinators to assist with discharge planning and linkage to outpatient services, treatment centers, or recovery housing.
Facilitate warm handoffs with community agencies to support patient recovery.
Offer education on overdose prevention, harm reduction, naloxone use, and wellness strategies to patients and families.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) or hospital reporting system.
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and department meetings as appropriate.
Advocate for patient-centered care, reduce stigma, and serve as a liaison between patients and the clinical care team.
Model recovery values, ethical standards, and professional boundaries in all interactions.