Job Title:  Recovery Coach in the Emergency Department (RCED)

Reports to:  Recovery Coaching Programs Manager

Type: Per Diem/Part Time

Benefits:  Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance*, Paid Vacation, Paid Training, Mileage Reimbursement, Retirement Savings Account 

*NCVRC employees regularly working 20 hrs/wk or more hourly, or 36 or more regularly scheduled RCED shift hours per week, are eligible for Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance* 

Compensation:  Shift stipend of $78.75 per 12-hour on-call shift, call-out stipend of $50.00 per requested response to Copley Hospital during on-call shift hours, and an hourly rate of $22.00 per hour for work done for NCVRC outside of on-call RCED shifts.

Location: Morrisville, VT.  Hybrid position requiring availability for in-person work at Copley Hospital, located at 528 Washington Highway, Morrisville, VT, and North Central Vermont Recovery Center (NCVRC) located at 275 Brooklyn Street, Morrisville, VT.

Revision Date:  11/11/2025

 

Summary:

The Recovery Coach in the Emergency Department (RCED) is part of a team of professional peer Recovery Coaches employed by North Central Vermont Recovery Center (NCVRC), providing direct peer recovery support services to patients at Copley Hospital who have experienced an adverse substance-use-related event.  This program operates 24/7/365 with team members covering 12-hour on-call shifts. Each 12-hour shift may include interaction with individuals, patient family members, and hospital staff in an Emergency Department setting, performing follow-up calls to recent program participants, and staffing at the Recovery Center when applicable.  Recovery Coaches performing work outside of regular shift coverage will be compensated at the hourly rate listed above.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services to individuals receiving treatment at Copley Hospital who have experienced an adverse substance-use-related event

• Maintain adequate response time (within 45 minutes) to Copley Hospital during on-call shifts   

• Provide education on harm-reduction, overdose awareness, and on obtaining Naloxone where appropriate

• Provide support and resource information to family members, as necessary and appropriate.

• Enhance opportunities for individuals to become familiar with North Central Vermont Recovery Center and other local community resources 

• Assist individuals in identifying and developing natural community supports to foster independence and community integration

• Document program participant visits through secure electronic surveys and digital data management platforms

• Perform follow-up calls to individuals who recently received RCED services at Copley Hospital

• Promote the RCED program and other support services offered at North Central Vermont Recovery Center with local community partners

• Maintains collaborative relationships with local treatment teams and inpatient treatment facilities in Vermont to assist program participants with treatment needs

• Model and exemplify recovery principles to show by example that recovery is possible and attainable, and utilize personal and professional experience to promote wellness and recovery

• Abide by HIPAA, 42 CFR, and any additional regulations set forth by North Central Vermont Recovery Center, Copley Hospital, and the State of Vermont 

• Other duties as assigned  

 

Qualifications:

• A self-identified person in recovery from a substance use disorder, who meets the requirement of a minimum of 2 years of continuous SUD recovery, or who can otherwise demonstrate stability in their recovery

• Certified Recovery Coach, or the ability to become Certified and maintain Certification

• Experience with or educational background related to recovery concepts and practices of recovery that honor any pathway to recovery

• Organized, self-motivated, creative, and committed to working in a diverse environment

• Excellent written and oral communication

• Excellent interpersonal skills and comfortable working with all levels of professionals.

• Experience with presenting both formal and informal presentations

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data management platforms  

• Preferred Recovery Center experience/affiliation

• Understanding of the Substance Use Disorder process, available treatment programs, healthcare options, social service systems, and medical systems

• Preferred Advanced motivational interviewing skills

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• A Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation

• Employees will be required to attend various trainings, paid for by NCVRC

• This position is subject to satisfactory results of a Background check