Recovery Outreach Specialist (EMT/Peer)

Bristol Hospital Ems Llc; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Health is hiring a Recovery Specialist/Overdose Outreach Specialist to support the DMHAS “How Can We Help” initiative through the BBHD. The role uses peer support principles and lived experience to engage individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions.

The Specialist builds recovery-oriented plans, connects clients to treatment and community resources, and documents all activities per grant requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, interpersonal, advocacy, organizational and documentation skills.
• Minimum of five (5) years of continuous EMT/Paramedic experience in Connecticut.
• Or a minimum of three (3) years EMS experience with a bachelor’s or higher degree in Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Current certification or credentialing as Recovery Support Specialist, Recovery Coach, or similar approved credential.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and harm reduction practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timely outreach following overdoses, EMS encounters and referrals.
• Establish trusting, recovery-oriented relationships with individuals and families.
• Conduct screenings and develop individualized recovery support plans.
• Connect individuals to detox, treatment, recovery services, housing, transportation and benefits.
• Assist individuals in navigating healthcare, behavioral health and social services.
• Collaborate with EMS, hospital, BBHD, law enforcement and providers to coordinate services.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Advocacy

Organizational skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Health/Social Work/Psychology/Human Services/Counseling

Job description

Bristol Health is hiring a Recovery Specialist/Overdose Outreach Specialist to support the DMHAS “How Can We Help” initiative through the BBHD. The role uses peer support principles and lived experience to engage individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions.

The Specialist builds recovery-oriented plans, connects clients to treatment and community resources, and documents all activities per grant requirements.