What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recovery Coach - Opioid Addiction Response position at D-H Lebanon-MHMH?
Overview
The Recovery Coach engages with patients in the Addiction Treatment Program and encourages them to maintain sobriety, participate in recovery-oriented activities and develop a network of sober supports. They participate in group treatment activities and models effective group participation and recovery-oriented perspective for patients with substance use disorders. They help patients identify and access needed resources and recovery supports.
This position specifically supports and works with the Moms in Recovery Program at DHMC. More about this program can be found here : Moms in Recovery
This is a full-time, 40-hour / week benefitted position.
More information about our benefits can be found here : DHMC and Clinics Employee Benefits
Responsibilities
- Meets with co-facilitators of group therapy to plan presentation of material.
- Attends group therapy sessions and model appropriate group participation.
- Assists with co-facilitating selected aspects of group therapy sessions.
- Provides support and encouragement to group therapy participants.
- Engages one-on-one with patients to provide additional support between program sessions.
- Provides information and referrals regarding recovery resources in the community.
- Maintains patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
- If certified, may provide supervision for others working toward a CRSW (certification as a Recovery Support Worker).
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
Required Licensure / Certifications
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
