Recovery Coach
About The Position
The Recovery Coach is an essential, non-clinical member of the care team who supports patients with substance use disorder (SUD). The role engages patients at any stage of readiness using harm-reduction techniques, provides resources, and helps patients address barriers as they work toward personal goals. The Recovery Coach works with the BHCHP Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT) clinical care team and the research team as part of a temporary research study position lasting approximately 9–12 months. The role is part-time at 24 hours per week, typically three 8-hour days. Most work, including all clinical activities, takes place onsite at the BHCHP OBAT clinic in Boston’s South End. In addition to patient-care responsibilities, the Recovery Coach completes required research training, accurately and promptly documents study-related activities, and participates in research team meetings. Spanish-speaking bilingual candidates are highly desired.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Sustained recovery experience of 2–3 years.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, and staff while following professional-boundary principles.
- Excellent problem-solving skills in one-on-one and group situations.
- Proficiency with office equipment, computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain written records and reports.
Nice To Haves
- Recovery Coach state certification.
- 1–2 years of experience working with people with substance use disorders.
- Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability.
Responsibilities
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and address barriers to patient care plans.
- Connect patients with recovery communities, community-based supports, addiction treatment services, and healthcare services.
- Engage new patients to identify their needs and personal wellness goals.
- Engage with patients outside scheduled medical appointments, including introducing them to recovery-oriented systems of care or meeting them in their community.
- Develop relationships with SUD-focused community groups and agencies, and help patients access and navigate their resources.
- Attend and participate in care team meetings.
- Write brief, non-clinical notes in patients’ medical records.
- Complete required research trainings.
- Accurately and promptly document study-related activities.
- Participate in research team meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
