About this role
Under the supervision of the Manager, the incumbent serves as a Recovery Coach to support individuals in recovery within the community and in local emergency departments. This position is for a someone who is in recovery with at least one (1) year of continuous abstinence from substance abuse problems. The incumbent will serve as a recovery coach to support individuals in recovery from substance use disorder, including opioid use disorder, in hospital emergency departments and within MPTN community serving as a motivator, recovery resource broker, mentor and liaison.
- High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Willingness to complete CCAR Recovery Coach training to include: certificates of completion of the CCAR Recovery Coach Academy, Ethical Considerations for Recovery Coaches, Spirituality for Recovery Coaches and Recovery Coaching in Professional Settings or have a CCAR certification.
- Must obtain required certifications within 6 months of hire.
- Must have basic knowledge and understanding of culturally sensitive needs of the population being served.
- A valid drivers license, insurance and reliable vehicle required.
- Must maintain a valid driver's license; must provide a yearly DMV Certified Driving History.
- Must have CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy and handle confidential and sensitive matters is essential.
- Must adhere to the Mashantucket Pequot Tribe's Policies and Procedures.
- Must have Recovery Coach Professional (RCP) designation or in process to earn designation (time is allowed to have the incumbent obtaining necessary training. Must be completed within initial 3 months of hire.)
- Serve as a recovery coach including providing non-clinical, peer support that helps people stay engaged in recovery and reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
- Meet regularly with individuals in recovery to support their recovery needs and goals.
- Provides recovery coaching primarily in hospital emergency rooms. Work closely with Emergency Department (ED) personnel and staff.
- Facilitate timely referrals and placements from hospital to treatment/recovery support providers.
- Connect patients to a larger community of care. Help people navigate health care and social service systems.
- Follow up recovery coaching with ED recoverees as requested.
- Educate and assist family members as requested.
- Participate in ongoing recovery coach training, education and performance support.
- Ensure compliance with all data tracking, reporting and record keeping as required by CCAR, hospitals and program within required timeframes.
- Travel required.
- Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.