Peer Recovery Coach II Job Listing at MedStar Health in Rosedale, MD (Job ID 101870)

Description

General Summary of Position
Provides non-clinical services intended to aid patients in establishing recovery from high risk of dependent alcohol and drug use problems. Works with a team at a MedStar Health Facility that provides peer support and motivation to encourage patients who are seeking treatment for alcohol or drug dependency and addiction issues. Assists in completing referrals to treatment services and developing service plans to promote successful linkage to treatment services. Services will be provided in the MedStar Health Facility with appropriate follow-up.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or GED required or
• equivalent. required and
• Residency within the target population preferred and
• Peer Recovery Specialist Certification by the State of Maryland or the District of Columbia required

• 1-2 years Related experience as a peer recovery coach. required and
• Must be actively engaged in his/her own recovery program with a minimum of three years demonstrated personal recovery and sustained abstinence from alcohol and/or drug use with no relapses. required

• Cert Peer Recovery Specialist - CPRS Peer Recovery Specialist Certification by the State of Maryland or the District of Columbia required

• 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.
• Must possess excellent listening verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem-solving skills.
• Personal knowledge of the target population as shown by residency in that neighborhood.
• Cultural competency.
• Knowledge of local resources and system navigation.
• Advocacy and community capacity building skills.
• Care coordination skills.
• Motivative interviewing skills to promote healthy behavior change.
• Outreach methods and strategies.
• Ability to bridge needs and identify resources.
• Understanding of ethics and confidentiality issues.
• Ability to use and understand health information technology.