Peer Recovery Coach - School of Medicine, Emergency ...
Emory Healthcare/Emory University - Atlanta, GA
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Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Description The Peer Recovery Coach is responsible for responding to persons in the emergency department or hospital inpatient setting who have experienced overdose or other challenges because of use or misuse of substances (e.g. opioids, cocaine, methamphetamine). The Peer Recovery Coach is responsible for upholding the culture, principles, and values of recovery in all aspects of services provided to individuals, family members, friends, and allies and will provide connections to local recovery communities surrounding the hospital, as well as treatment and recovery support services in these communities. JOB DESCRIPTION: Duties: Provides Peer Support: Provides peer support to persons who have experienced overdose or other challenges with substance use or misuse. Provides information and facilitates development of relationships with individuals, support/mutual aid groups, and service providers when appropriate. Follows up when the peers agree. Manages boundaries in relationships and makes adjustments in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership. Supports Families, Friends, and Allies: Provides support to families and allies of people who have experienced overdose or other challenges with substance use in assigned emergency departments. Provides information and education about the recovery process to these individuals when appropriate. Manages boundaries in the relationships and make adjustments in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership. Develops Relationships with Community Resources: Develops and sustains relationships with community resources, supports, and services for the persons experiencing overdose or other challenges with substance use or misuse and families, friends, and allies of those persons. Develops and Sustains Collaborative Relationships with Hospitals: Maintains strong collaborative relationships with all hospital staff and partners. Honors professional boundaries with these individuals. Provides education about the recovery process to caregivers, patients, and hospital staff. Records Encounters and Activities: Keeps and maintains accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership. Travel: Some travel required, primarily to Gainesville, GA for initial training and later within Atlanta. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent, and active Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES) certification or meets CARES eligibility requirements. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred. Connect With Us Connect with us for general consideration Job Number 134747 Job Type Regular Full-Time Division School Of Medicine Department SOM: Emerg Med: Admin This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Position involves clinical patient contact. Job Category Nursing and Clinical Services Campus Location (For Posting) : City Atlanta Location : Name Steiner Building Grady Campus
Created: 2024-10-03