Peer Recovery Coach Job at University of Maryland Medical System, Bel Air, MD

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  • University of Maryland Medical System
  • Bel Air, MD

Job Description



University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Job Description



University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is seeking a candidate who is actively engaged in a recovery program for substance use in the role of Peer Recovery Coach.

The Peer Recovery Coach provides non-clinical services intended to aid patients in establishing recovery from high risk of dependent alcohol and drug use. The Peer Recovery Coach will work as part of the Emergency Department team to provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients to seek treatment for alcohol or drug dependency and addiction. The Peer Recovery Coach will assist in developing recovery plans, complete referrals to treatment and other recovery supports. Services will be provided in the Emergency Department with appropriate follow-up.

Qualifications



Education & Training: High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.

Work Orientation & Experience: The candidate must be actively engaged in his/her own recovery program with a minimum of two years’ (three years’ preferred) demonstrated personal recovery and sustained abstinence from alcohol and/or drug use.

Skills & Abilities: The Peer Recovery Coach 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. The candidate must possess excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills, as well as good problem solving skills. The incumbent must be able to read, interpret documents and write routine reports. Basic computer skills are required. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate a willingness to learn and an interest in acquiring new skills.

Additional Information



All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $17-$23.59

Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a

 

Job Tags

Full time,

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