Wish to be a Corrections Recovery Coach (Part time)
A Peer Recovery Coach works out of The Turning Point Center of Chittenden County, providing direct recovery-related services and support to those experiencing a substance use disorder related incident in the University of Vermont Medical Center Emergency Department. This is a parttime position. Hourly wages range from $20-$21. Part time employment is eligible for part-time employee benefits: vacation time, holidays, and health insurance stipend.
Essential Job Responsibilities
• Provide direct recovery related services to individuals who enter the emergency department following a substance use related event.
• Provide education on overdose, on obtaining Naloxone.
• Provide support and resource information to family members.
• Enhance opportunities for individuals to become familiar with the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County and other local community resources available.
• Assist individuals to identify and develop natural community supports in order to foster independence and community integration.
• Contributes to a welcoming atmosphere at the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County, and keeping the environment clean, comfortable and safe for guests.
• Promotes the Emergency Department Recovery Coaching program and other support services offered at the Turning Point Center of Chittenden County with local community partners.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with local treatment teams and local treatment providers throughout New England to assist clients with treatment needs.
• Models and exemplifies recovery principles in order to show by example that recovery is attainable and utilizes personal and professional experience to promote wellness and recovery.
Requirements
• A self-identified person in long-term recovery from a substance use disorder (3 year minimum).
• Experience with, or educational background of, recovery concepts and practices of recovery that honor any pathway to recovery.
• Organized, self-motivated, creative, and committed to working in a diverse environment.
• Be able to work in a medical setting.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable with working with all levels of professionals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, as well as working with various data platforms.
• Valid Driver’s License; reliable transportation and current insurance coverage.
• Must have flexible schedule and willing to work overnight.
Desired Skills and Experience
• Provide direct recovery related services to individuals who enter the emergency department following a substance use related event.
• Preferred Recovery Center experience/affiliation.
• Certified Recovery Coach.
• Understanding of the addiction processes, community resources, substance use disorder treatment, healthcare options, social service systems and medical system.
• Preferred advanced motivational interviewing skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Able to collect data and have working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word programs.