Job Description

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 JOB DESCRIPTION: Provide strategic oversight and training of new Peer Recovery Coaches. Develop and implement coaching strategies for team growth. Optimize peer placement and manage follow-ups at Grady and Emory Midtown hospitals. Guide and direct other Peer Recovery Coaches. Complete all necessary data entry, analysis, and reporting. Respond 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). Uphold the culture, principles, and values of recovery in all aspects of services provided to individuals, family members, friends, and allies, and provide connections to local recovery communities surrounding the hospital, as well as treatment and recovery support services in these communities. Provide peer support to persons who have experienced overdose or other challenges with substance use or misuse. Facilitate development of relationships with individuals, support/mutual aid groups, and service providers when appropriate. Follow up when the peers agree. Manage boundaries in relationships and adjust in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership. Provide support to families and allies of people who have experienced overdose or other challenges with substance use in assigned emergency departments. Provide information and education about the recovery process to these individuals when appropriate. Develop and sustain relationships with community resources, supports, and services for persons experiencing overdose or other challenges with substance use or misuse and families, friends, and allies of those persons. Maintain strong collaborative relationships with all hospital staff and partners. Honor professional boundaries with these individuals. Provide education about the recovery process to caregivers, patients, and hospital staff. Travel between Grady and Emory sites to support teams on administrative tasks as well as provide hands-on team support. Keep and maintain accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with guidance provided by team leadership. Perform 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. One year of experience as a Peer Recovery Coach. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emory University

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