Boston Medical Center (BMC) · 1 day ago
Recovery Coach I, Infectious Diseases Research (part time)
Boston, MA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$23.80/hr - $34.38/hr
3+ years expBoston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking a Recovery Coach I to join their Infectious Diseases Research team. The Recovery Coach will engage individuals who inject opioids and provide support to improve access to HIV prevention services and substance use treatment.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Direct Care Work: Works with study staff and study participants to facilitate HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and MOUD initiation and adherence
Facilitates referrals for study participants to treatment programs, and assists participants and other team members in coordinating substance use treatment
Works with participants to create a person-focused, solutions-based wellness plan, including achievable goals
Initiates telephone and face-to-face contact with study participants to explain the process of working with a recovery coach
Provides feedback to participants and identifies areas which have/may present roadblocks to PrEP initiation or adherence and/or continued recovery
Assists participants with identifying and resolving personal and environmental obstacles to PrEP/MOUD adherence and/or recovery
Addresses barriers to successful recovery and serves as role model and advocate
Outreach: Establish relationships with organizations and programs to meet needs and become source agent for participants to connect with housing, recovery-conducive employment, health and social services, and recovery support with a strong emphasis on harm reduction model and medication management
Administrative Work: Keeps an accurate, detailed, and timely record of participant information in study-related records
Completes data entry as required by the project
Meets with study Program manager to review data completion and accuracy. Works with study Program manager to identify and address any gaps in data collection
Works with study staff to perform case review, troubleshoot, and ensure accuracy of data captured
General administrative duties including keeping up with emails, making reminder phone calls to participants, maintaining contacts and study database
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Prior completion of the Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) certification OR completion within 6 months of hire required
Minimum of 3-5 years (inclusive of Recovery Advocate work) demonstrated experience working with patients with SUD or mental health issues (will accept 2 years of experience with bachelor's degree)
Personal experience with substance use disorder and long-term recovery is required
Knowledge of substance use disorders and/or mental health and a harm reduction approach
Must have applicable knowledge of recovery support systems including but not limited to; medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), harm reduction practices, and supportive social services for persons who inject opioids
Demonstrable knowledge of trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing required
Ability to deliver services with compassion and positivity to individuals who use or have used substances; and to support them on their individualized paths to recovery
Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and leadership skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team
Strong advocacy skills along with knowledge of community-based services, resources, and local recovery community
Comfort with all pathways to recovery from substance use, including medication supported recovery, and willingness to embrace a patient-centered approach that recognizes an individual's preferences and autonomy ('recovery by any means necessary')
Preferred
CPR /First Aid preferred but will train
Experience with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, SUD, and/or behavioral health needs preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.
Company
Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a 511-bed, equity-led academic medical center and a proud member of the Boston Medical Center Health System.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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$342.49MKey Investors
AmeriCorps Public AlliesNational Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)The Boston Foundation
2024-07-09Grant· $0.06M
2023-02-23Debt Financing· $232M
2019-04-23Grant· $89M
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