Recovery Coach, Behavioral Health
Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their recovery journey? We are seeking a full-time, 40-hr compassionate and motivated Recovery Coach to join our interdisciplinary team supporting patients in both Emergency Department and inpatient settings located at 798 Central Ave in Dover, NH.This full-time position follows a consistent weekly schedule of:
· Sundays & Tuesdays - 8:00am-8:30pm
· Mondays & Thursdays - 8:00am-4:30pm
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while collaborating closely with nurses, physicians, social workers, behavioral health clinicians, and other members of the care team in a fast-paced hospital environment. In this role, you’ll work directly with individuals navigating substance use and recovery challenges, providing encouragement, advocacy, and connection to resources during critical moments of care.
As a Recovery Coach, you’ll help patients feel supported, heard, and empowered throughout their recovery journey. Responsibilities include engaging with patients at the bedside, assisting with care coordination and recovery planning, connecting individuals to treatment and community resources, supporting patients entering services, and helping create a safe and recovery-focused environment for all.
We’re looking for someone with strong communication and relationship-building skills who is passionate about helping others and thrives in a collaborative care setting. If you are looking for an opportunity to support meaningful recovery work while being part of a mission-driven team, we’d love to hear from you.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Bachelor's Degree PSYCHOLOGY preferred
Licenses and Credentials
Recovery Coach NH State Certification - within 1yr.
preferred
Certified Recovery Support Worker [CRSW - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board for Certification of Alcohol and Other Drug Use Professionals preferred
Experience
Sustained recovery experience 2-3 years required
Experience working with people with substance use disorders 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients/families and staff.
- Excellent problem-solving skills both one-on-one and in group situations.
- Proficient in the use of office equipment and the computer Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain written records and reports.
- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and skill in the ability to safely and effectively operate standard.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$ - $26.80/Hourly
Grade
4
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.