Per Diem Emergency Department Recovery Coach

Job Description

Job Description

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 an

as-needed position. Hourly wages range $21-$23. The number of hours worked can vary

significantly from week to week. Per-diem employees are not eligible for benefit programs.

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.

• Must be able to work at least one shift every 30 days to maintain employment.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 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.