Position: Recovery Coach II, Infectious Diseases Research
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site
ABOUT BMC:
At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal — to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.
You’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you’ll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Recovery Coach II will be an integral member of the I-CARE lab (Infectious Complications Assessment and Research Lab) in the Infectious Diseases Section at Boston Medical Center. As part of the team, the recovery coach will be trained to deliver an intervention for a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to improve access to HIV prevention services for persons who use drugs.
Working under the close direction of the Program Manager, the Recovery Coach will connect and engage individuals who inject opioids and individuals with substance use / opioid use disorder (OUD) services. As part of the position, the recovery coach will use an evidence-based, manualized intervention to work with people who inject opioids.
JOB 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. Addresses barriers to successful recovery and serves as role model and advocate
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.
Acts as backup as needed for some Research Assistant duties (ie: participant screening, consenting, assessments, data Q/A)
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.
Meets with Program Manager to review data completion and accuracy, and to address any gaps in data collection
Works with study staff to perform case review, troubleshoot, and ensure accuracy of data captured. Completes data entry as required by the project.
General administrative duties including keeping up with emails, making reminder phone calls to participants, maintaining contacts and study database.
(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or GED required
Associate’s degree or higher preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Prior completion of the Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) certification OR completion within 6 months of hire required.
CPR /First Aid preferred but will train
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5-7 years (inclusive of Recovery Advocate work) demonstrated experience working with patients with SUD or mental health issues required
Experience with Microsoft office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Experience with individuals who are experiencing homelessness, SUD, and/or behavioral health needs preferred
Personal experience with substance use disorder and long-term recovery is required
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of substance use disorders and/or mental health and a harm reduction approach. Familiarity with recovery coaching in medical and research settings preferred
Advanced or intricate knowledge of recovery support systems, including, medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), harm reduction practices, and supportive social services for persons who inject opioids, is required
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 advocacy skills along with knowledge of community-based services, resources, and local recovery community
Understanding of and 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")
JOB BENEFITS:
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
Compensation Range:
$23.80- $34.38This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.
NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.
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