Night-Shift Peer Recovery Coach: ED Support & Linkage

University of Maryland Medical System; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,954; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach to support patients in recovery within the Emergency Department, working with the Behavioral Health Team to encourage treatment entry.

Responsibilities include peer support, facilitating referrals, and developing service plans for successful linkage to care, with follow-up provided as needed. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and active engagement in the individual's own recovery for at least three years.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and write routine reports; basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-clinical peer support to patients in recovery.
• Assist in completing referrals to treatment services and developing service plans.
• Promote linkage to treatment and provide appropriate follow-up.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving

Reading/writing routine reports

Basic computer skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach to support patients in recovery within the Emergency Department, working with the Behavioral Health Team to encourage treatment entry.

Responsibilities include peer support, facilitating referrals, and developing service plans for successful linkage to care, with follow-up provided as needed. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and active engagement in the individual's own recovery for at least three years.