Recovery Coach

About the role

The role serves as an essential, non-clinical member of the care team focusing on substance use disorder patients. The primary goal is to engage patients, utilize harm reduction techniques, and assist them in addressing barriers to their care plans.

Responsibilities

• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and address barriers to patient care plans.
• Facilitate connections across various systems of care, including recovery communities, community-based supports, the addiction treatment system, and the healthcare system.
• Engage with new patients to identify their needs and personal wellness goals.
• Be available to regularly engage with patients outside of scheduled medical appointments, introducing them to recovery-oriented systems of care or meeting them in their community.
• Develop relationships with SUD-focused community groups/agencies and help patients access and navigate these resources.
• Attend and participate in care team meetings.
• Write brief, non-clinical notes in the patient's medical record.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Sustained recovery experience of 2-3 years is required.
• Experience working with people with substance use disorders of 1-2 years is preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients/families and staff, following principles of professional boundaries.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, both one-on-one and in group situations.
• Proficient in the use of office equipment and the computer, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain written records and reports.

Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable, along with recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Pay

$25.86 - $28.30/Hourly

Schedule

Hybrid Work Location: 55 Highland Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Additional Job Details

(if applicable): Sustained recovery experience of 2+ years is required.

EEO Statement

Mass General Brigham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.