Hospital-Based Opioid Recovery Outreach Coordinator

Southeast Healthcare; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Healthcare in Columbus, OH is seeking Outreach Coordinators for the RREACT program to support individuals who overdosed by coordinating follow-up visits with local emergency departments and facilitating connections to detoxification services, addiction treatment, primary medical care, and related resources.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, documenting interactions, providing education and emotional support, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote

Qualifications

• AA/BA degree required.
• CDCA or higher required.
• Experience in healthcare, addiction treatment, or outreach services preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with patients in a supportive and non-judgmental manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
• Experience in crisis intervention and patient engagement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with local emergency departments to conduct follow-up visits with patients who have experienced an opioid overdose.
• Engage with patients to assess their needs and desires for treatment and recovery.
• Coordinate referrals to immediate detox services, addiction treatment programs, primary care providers, and other supportive services.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients regarding available treatment options.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to care and recovery.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local resources and treatment options for opioid addiction.
• Document all interactions and follow-up activities accurately and promptly.
• Monitor patient progress and continue to offer support and referrals as needed throughout the recovery process.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Crisis intervention

Patient engagement

Education

AA/BA degree

CDCA or higher

Job description

Southeast Healthcare in Columbus, OH is seeking Outreach Coordinators for the RREACT program to support individuals who overdosed by coordinating follow-up visits with local emergency departments and facilitating connections to detoxification services, addiction treatment, primary medical care, and related resources.

Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, documenting interactions, providing education and emotional support, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote