About this opportunity
Johns Hopkins HealthCare lists this Peer Recovery Coach opportunity in baltimore, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
Under the supervision of Care Coordination and the Peer Recovery Coach Supervisor, the Peer Recovery Coach (PRC) provides direct support to patients with substance use disorders. The PRC uses lived recovery experience to serve as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator, helping patients reduce relapse risk and build long-term recovery. This role works as part of the interdisciplinary SUDs team, using SBIRT and motivational interviewing to engage patients, develop recovery plans, and connect them to treatment and community support services. The PRC also provides follow-up support after discharge to encourage continued engagement in care.
Key Responsibilities
Provide peer support to patients during hospitalization and after discharge, as appropriate
Engage patients in recovery planning and treatment linkage
Use SBIRT, motivational interviewing, and brief intervention techniques
Assist with referrals to treatment, community resources, transportation, and appointment coordination
Conduct follow-up calls to support engagement and verify appointment attendance
Support patients and families with understanding available community services
Collaborate with ED staff, social work, nursing, and other team members
Participate in huddles, staff meetings, and ongoing training
Complete required documentation and reports
Serve as a resource for clinical team members on recovery support
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED required
Experience: 2-3 years in recovery
At least 2 years of professional experience in a substance use disorder, behavioral health, peer support, community outreach, or certified peer specialist role
Knowledge and Skills: Lived experience with recovery from substance use disorder
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships
Familiarity with recovery planning, SBIRT, and motivational interviewing
Ability to work collaboratively in a hospital setting
Certification/Licensure: CCAR training required
Maryland state certification must be obtained within 6-12 months of hire; reimbursement provided after certification is completed
Salary Range: Minimum 22.33/hour - Maximum 36.86/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Worksite address
baltimore, MD, 21276, US
Who can apply
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