Peer Recovery Coach in a Healthcare Setting

The Healthcare Program at Serenity Recovery Connection serves as a cornerstone of our agency, enabling healthcare staff and clinicians to gain a profound understanding of the lived experiences associated with substance use disorders that extends beyond their clinical education. Through this program, they have not only broadened their knowledge but have also discovered a multitude of pathways and resources for patient recovery.

Our non-clinical Healthcare Program is supported by Certified Peer Recovery Coaches who have undergone comprehensive training in the advanced Jordan Peer "Coaching in a Healthcare Setting" curriculum. These dedicated coaches devote the majority of their time within local safety net clinics and/or healthcare settings. They will also extend their support to adult patients from CommonSpirit (formerly Centura.)

The primary purpose of our healthcare coaches is to provide recovery support to patients suffering from various conditions related to substance use disorders, including overdose, alcohol poisoning, and other associated issues. By sharing their own experiences of recovering from a substance use disorder and planting seeds of hope, they instill optimism and inspire individuals on their own journey to recovery.

Primary consideration will be given to people who are currently residing in Fremont County, Colorado.

Even after discharge from clinic or hospital, our program continues to extend support to patients through telephone recovery support, peer coaching, and a wide range of resources. We remain committed to empowering individuals beyond their healthcare-setting stay, helping them navigate the challenges and embrace a life of recovery.

Join our Healthcare Program at SRC and be part of a transformative initiative that brings hope, understanding, and support to those affected by substance use disorders. Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals on their path to recovery.

***ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT BOTH A RESUME AND A COVER LETTER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY POSITION AT SERENITY RECOVERY CONNECTION***

The Healthcare Program Addendum is found at the end of this Job Description

Peer Recovery Coach Job Description

$20 - $21.50/hour DOE & Certifications

P/T & F/T– Non-Exempt

The Peer Recovery Coach supports and guides individuals to enhance their life through multiple pathways to recovery.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Provide direct ongoing coaching to individuals as assigned on a regular basis (face-to-face, on the phone, and virtually)

· Provide Telephone Recovery Support for assigned Recoverees and assists with TRS Program call list as needed.

· Will support front office staff as needed, to include answering the phone or sitting at front desk.

· Ensures assigned paperwork is completed and maintained in accordance with SRC policies and funding sources.

· Demonstrates and respects that there are multiple pathways to recovery.

· Consistently enters data and outcomes tracking in SRC database & utilize:

o Regular Brief-Check-ins as described by SRC SOP,

o Recovery Capital Assessments as recommended & on schedule,

o Engagement Logs, and completes a

o Completes a Recovery Management Plan for all participants and engages Recoveree’s in regular follow-ups.

· Required to log all data and document all information, as per SRC SOP in SRC database accurately and thoroughly. Also effectively explains data collection procedures to participants for established metrics and outcomes. This may include uploading files into database.

· Refers Family members to SRC Family Advocate.

· Be aware of all SRC’s mutual aid groups and training offerings. Be able to articulate core components and benefits of program offerings.

· Ability to refer participants to appropriate financial, housing, transportation, hygiene, employment, nutrition etc.

· Facilitate timely referrals and placements from hospital to treatment, sober living, or recovery support providers.

· Work cooperatively and effectively with personnel of assigned site(s) i.e., emergency room or alternative assigned location.

· Participate in ongoing recovery coach training/education, professional development, performance support and attend weekly and monthly assigned meetings as required.

· Ability to adjust hours of work based on SRC’s and community needs.

· Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

· Consistently and accurately completes timesheets.

· Provides shadowing and training for new volunteer, intern and staff coaches.

· All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

· High school diploma or graduate equivalent degree required.

· Certificate of completion of the Peer Coach Academy within 6 months after hire.

· Demonstrate a willingness to receive additional education and/or certifications to include those provided by SRC.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

· Must be a person with lived experience with substance use disorder. Must have a sustained recovery of two years or more.

· Demonstrate an awareness of critical SUD topics:

o Harm Reduction, Naloxone Training, Community Resources, and Disease Prevention.

· Demonstrate knowledge of key success areas:

o Self-Care: (recovery support, spiritual, emotional, physical, social, mental, professional)

o Interpersonal Skills: (distress tolerance, leadership style, self-confidence, receptive to feedback, positive attitude).

o Time Management: (use of calendar, scheduling, looking ahead, communicate with supervisor and schedule time off appropriately).

o Stewardship: (using resources wisely, thinking through decisions that affect the organization and resources available).

· Must possess knowledge and understanding of Recovery Oriented Systems of Care, Trauma Informed Services and Motivational Interviewing.

· Perform job duties and responsibilities in a professional manner at all times and comply with the Code of Ethics. standards and agency norms established for the profession as set forth by Springs Recovery Connection.

· Participate in quarterly goal setting with supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· High comfortability with computer-based programs and able to enter and retrieve data utilizing SRC’s computer system application, printers or other office equipment, ZOOM and telephone systems.

• Must have reliable and registered personal transportation and valid Driver license/insurance if travel between work sites is required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected.

Addendum to: Peer Recovery Coach

Healthcare Program Specialty Coach

Reports to Healthcare Program Manager

The Peer Recovery Coach supports and guides individuals to enhance their life through multiple pathways to recovery.

QUALIFICATION OF ASSIGNED ROLE:

• Lived experience with Substance Use Disorder
• Must have 3 years continuous sustained recovery
• Qualified applicants will need to be capable of being on their feet for much of their shift, walking through the hospitals.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS OF ASSIGNED ROLE:

• Certificate of Completion from the Jordan Peer Healthcare Settings training within 2 months of hire date.
• HIPAA Certification within 1 week after hire date
• Complete Mandatory Report Training within 1 week after hire date.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF ASSIGNED ROLE:

• PRC assigned to this role will work directly under the Healthcare Program Manager.
• Work collaboratively with SRC staff and Healthcare Program Manager to achieve Healthcare program goals.
• Work collaboratively with Healthcare Facility to achieve program goals.
• Comply with all SRC & Healthcare Facility Data Reporting requirements.
• Administers intakes for new Healthcare Program Recoverees.
• Responsible for making TRS calls to Healthcare Program Recoverees.
• Attends weekly ZOOM or in-person Healthcare program meetings and follows-up.
• Recruit volunteers through the Healthcare Program to become coaches at SRC.
• Facilitate Peer Lead Mutual Aid Support Groups as necessary.
• All other job duties as described in the Peer Recovery Coach job description.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• How long have you been in continuous sustained recovery from a substance use disorder?
• Do you have lived experience navigating the healthcare system from the perspective of a patient suffering from substance use disorder?
• Do you have personal reliable transportation?
• Have you already taken the first 30 hours of Recovery Coach Academy? If yes- please be sure to upload proof of your certification with your application.

Location:

• Canon City, CO 81212 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Canon City, CO 81212 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Canon City, CO 81212: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22