Recovery Coach & Community Mentor

Presbyterian System Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Wellness program

On-site gym

Loan forgiveness through NM HED

Malpractice liability insurance

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to coach patients through recovery with Motivational Interviewing and Naloxone education. You will coordinate with hospital teams, funders, and community partners to support seamless transitions from hospital to community care.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, resource connections, and post-discharge follow-up.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of community resources required.
• Must register for a Peer Certification class within six months of hire.
• Familiarity with readiness assessment tools and SBIRT.
• Current New Mexico driver’s license preferred.
• Certified Narcan Educator preferred.
• Training in Motivational Interviewing skills preferred.
• Previous hospital/ED experience preferred.
• Experience with confidential medical records/documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and communicates with hospital staff, funders, and community partners as required.
• Creates reports and presentations as required.
• Works independently and with a multidisciplinary team to provide services and deliverables as required by PHS and/or funders.
• Engages patients in their recovery using Motivational Interviewing skills.
• Provides patient assessments.
• Provides Naloxone education in partnership with nursing and medical personnel.
• Identifies and provides community resources.
• Works with ancillary and community providers to ensure a seamless transition and continuity of care.
• Supports patients in connecting with community resources and appointments prior to discharge.
• Regularly contacts patients after discharge.
• Manages and maintains patient tracking and outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with hospital, funding, State, and Federal regulations.
• Supports Patients by mentoring through personal recovery experiences.
• Coordinates Patient Logistics: Supports facility by coordinating arrival/departure logistics, transport, and follow-ups.
• Builds Community: Fosters a supportive environment for patients and staff.
• Identifies Resources: Connects patients with community organizations and resources.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Naloxone education

Documentation

Community resources knowledge

SBIRT familiarity

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Peer Recovery Support Specialist to coach patients through recovery with Motivational Interviewing and Naloxone education. You will coordinate with hospital teams, funders, and community partners to support seamless transitions from hospital to community care.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, resource connections, and post-discharge follow-up.