Recovery Coach - Brigham and Women's

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am -5:00pm. Based on department need, have the availability to cover 2 evenings a week until 7:00pm.

Hybrid: 3 days onsite with 2 days remote.

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Job Summary

An essential, non-clinical member of the care team that provides services for patients with substance use disorder (SUD). The overall goal is to engage with patients, utilize harm reduction techniques to address any stage of readiness, provide resources, and help them address barriers as they work towards their goals.



Does this position require Patient Care? Yes



Essential Functions:

-Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and address barriers to patient care plans.

-Facilitate connections across systems of care, including the recovery community, community-based supports, the addiction treatment system, and the healthcare system.

-Engages in community outreach efforts, including community van weekly coverage, as part of standard workflow. Van community outreach will be based in the Boston area.

-Engage with new patients to identify their needs and personal wellness goals.

-Be available to regularly engage with patients outside of scheduled medical appointments, including introducing them to recovery-oriented systems of care or meeting them in their community.

-Develop relationships with SUD-focused community groups/agencies and help patients access and navigate these resources.

-Attends and participates in care team meetings.

-Write brief, non-clinical notes in the patient's medical record.

-Performs other duties as assigned

-Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent required



Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No



Licenses and Credentials:

Recovery Coach CCAR - required

Experience:

• Sustained recovery experience 2-3 years required
• Experience working with people with substance use disorders 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients/families and staff, following principles of professional boundaries.

- Excellent problem-solving skills both one-on-one and in group situations.

- Proficient in the use of office equipment and the computer Microsoft Word and Excel.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain written records and reports.

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.43 - $29.21/Hourly