Peer Recovery Coach

Are you passionate about helping individuals in their journey towards recovery? Do you have personal experience with overcoming addiction and want to use your knowledge to support others? Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking a dedicated and empathetic individual to join our team as a Peer Recovery Coach. In this role, you will have the opportunity to directly impact the lives of patients by providing support, guidance, and resources to help them achieve and maintain sobriety. We are looking for someone who is committed to making a positive difference and has a deep understanding of the challenges and triumphs of recovery. To be successful in this position, you must have a strong knowledge of recovery principles and practices, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Join us in our mission to provide compassionate and comprehensive care to those struggling with addiction.

1. Provide one-on-one support to patients in their journey towards recovery.
2. Utilize personal experience with overcoming addiction to empathize with and support patients.
3. Collaborate with treatment team to develop and implement individualized recovery plans.
4. Educate patients on recovery principles and practices.
5. Serve as a role model for patients by demonstrating successful recovery and maintaining sobriety.
6. Connect patients with community resources and support groups.
7. Advocate for patients and their recovery needs.
8. Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality in all interactions with patients.
9. Attend regular training and development sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.
10. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and treatment team members.
11. Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support when necessary.
12. Document patient progress and any concerns in a timely and accurate manner.
13. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences.
14. Remain up-to-date on current research and best practices in the field of addiction recovery.
15. Adhere to ethical standards and code of conduct for peer recovery coaches.
16. Continuously evaluate and improve upon the effectiveness of the peer recovery coaching program.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Peer Recovery Coach in Baltimore, MD, USA is $35,000 - $50,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on experience, education, and location. Some organizations may also offer additional benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

The mission of Johns Hopkins Medicine is to improve the health of the community and the world by setting the standard of excellence in medical education, research and clinical care. Diverse and inclusive, Johns Hopkins Medicine educates medical students, scientists, health care professionals and the public; conducts biomedical research; and provides patient-centered medicine to prevent, diagnose and treat human illness.