PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT COORDINATOR

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Peer Recovery Support Coordinator to support its Emergency Department-based OUD program. You will provide recovery coaching, connect patients to MOUD and community resources, and collaborate with ED staff to improve engagement and outcomes.

Responsibilities include coordinating services, mentoring specialists, advocating for patients, and documenting encounters in the EMR.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 2 years in peer recovery support.
• CRSS certification or equivalent preferred; must obtain within one year.
• NCPRSS preferred; experience with OUD and ED settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate peer services and supervise Peer Recovery Support Specialists.
• Refer clients to MOUD and community recovery resources.
• Transport and assist with navigating treatment resources.
• Document encounters in the EMR system.
• Collaborate with ED staff to support patient care and recovery planning.
• Participate in departmental meetings and grant-related initiatives.
• Follow protocols and Good Clinical Practice standards.

Skills

Encourage and persuade

Train others

Mentor others

Teamwork

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

2 years of peer recovery experience

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Job Description - PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT COORDINATOR (T240485)

PEER RECOVERY SUPPORT COORDINATOR - ( T240485 )

Description

Peer Recovery Support Coordinator

University of Alabama at Birmingham

The Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a Peer Recovery Support Coordinator to support its Emergency Department-based Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) program. This position provides recovery support services to patients presenting to the Emergency Department with substance use disorders and assists with connecting patients to Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) and community-based recovery resources. The position works closely with Emergency Medicine providers, nurses, case managers, and program staff to improve patient engagement and recovery outcomes.

General Responsibilities

To coordinate peer services and provide guidance and support to the Peer Recovery Support Specialists and to serve as a liaison between the Recovery Support Services Team and treatment staff.

To work with substance abuse and/or other mental health related program participants in groups and/or on a one-on-one basis to provide advocacy and personal coaching/mentoring.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Maintains group and/or individual supportive interaction with participants, their families and social supports. Facilitates recovery support groups as assigned. Assists case managers in directing clients to available resources in the community to promote community integration. Prepares clients for the challenges they will face. Transports clients to various community entities as deemed necessary by case manager or program administrator.

Coordinates peer services and provides guidance and support to the Peer Recovery Support Specialists and serves as a liaison between the Recovery Support Services team.

Assists in the orientation process for patients who are new to the substance abuse program or other mental health related programs..

Maintains group and individual supportive interaction with patients as assigned.

Informs staffing team, case managers, counselors, program administrators, on patients’ strengths, accomplishments and obstacles in relation to their recovery goals.

Provides education and advocacy within the community and agency that promotes awareness of substance abuse disorders while reducing misconceptions, prejudice and discrimination.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to encourage and persuade people

Ability to train others

Ability to mentor others

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work independently

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Additional Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one recovery support, advocacy, and mentoring to patients presenting to the Emergency Department with Substance Use Disorders, including Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).

Collaborate with Emergency Medicine physicians, nurses, social workers, and case management staff to support patient care and recovery planning.

Assist with identifying, engaging, and linking patients to Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) services and community-based recovery resources.

Conduct follow-up outreach to encourage patient engagement with recovery services and treatment plans.

Document patient encounters and recovery support activities in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

Participate in departmental meetings, program activities, and grant-related initiatives as required.

Conduct all activities in accordance with applicable protocols, policies, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

Preferred

Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) through the Alabama Department of Mental Health or equivalent certification.

Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) preferred.

Lived experience with successful recovery from opioid addiction strongly preferred.

Experience working with individuals impacted by Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and substance use disorders.

Experience in emergency department, healthcare, behavioral health, or community recovery settings preferred.

Experience documenting services within an electronic medical record (EMR) system preferred.

Hourly Range: $21.00

Qualifications

Education

High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of relevant experience in a peer recovery support environment required.

Licenses / Certifications / Registrations

Certified or eligible to be certified as a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) by The Alabama Department of Mental Health

OR Certified Peer Support Specialist through FORMLL

OR Nationally Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) by the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC).

NCPRSS preferred.

Must obtain certification within one (1) year from date of hire into classification.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

University

Job Category

Social Services

Employee Status

Regular

Shift : Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager) : Onsite