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Indiana University Health Specialist-Peer Recovery Coach (FT Rotating - Muncie) in Muncie, Indiana
Overview
We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.
We are looking for a full-time Peer Recovery Coach to join our team at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie! This is a day shift role with some weekend responsibilities. This role will work 36 hours per week.
Sound like a perfect match? Apply now - we can't wait to hear from you!
The Peer Recovery Coach provides care to patients and people across the state of Indiana who are seeking services and/or being treated for reasons pertaining to substance use disorder. Collaborates with treatment teams and other supportive entities to provide a plan of action for patients and connection to resources. Follows up with patients to check in and encourage patient progress. Shares personal experiences with the goal of conveying strength and hope in one's own recovery. Participates in admission process when appropriate and recommends other treatment modality and/or facility when a patient is not appropriate for admission.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required. Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Health/Addictions preferred.
• Personal lived experience and at least one (1) year as a person in long term recovery from substance use preferred.
• Requires completed Addiction Peer Recovery Coach training from Indiana Counselors Association on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (ICAADA).
• Certification in Peer Recovery Services is required within six months from hire date.
• Experience with academic institutions and academic medical centers preferred.
• Basic proficiency in MS office required (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws required.
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