Summary
Join Our Team at Mercy Medical Center – Now Hiring a Peer Recovery Coach!
Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi‑time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.
As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family.
Responsibilities The Peer Recovery Coach provides non‑clinical services intended to aid patients in establishing recovery from high risk of dependent alcohol and drug use problems. The Coach works as part of the Emergency Department to provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients seeking treatment for alcohol or drug dependency and addiction issues. The Coach assists in completing referrals to treatment services and developing service plans to promote successful linkage to treatment services. Services are provided in the Emergency Department and on the admitting floors if the patient is admitted to the hospital and include appropriate follow‑up.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.
License Requirements:
N/A
Certification Requirements:
Certified through the Maryland Addiction Professional Board, or within 18 months of hire; participates in continuing education programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Meditech (if applicable to position)
Epic (if applicable to position)
Performance Manager/NetLearning
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following.
Must read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner.
Must work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must effectively communicate and deal tactfully with patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
Must be flexible, possess personal integrity, and function effectively as a team member.
Must follow written and oral instructions.
Other Requirements:
The candidate must be actively engaged in his/her own recovery program with a minimum of two years demonstrated personal recovery and sustained abstinence from alcohol and/or drug use.
Must read, interpret documents and write routine reports.
Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate to patients and health professionals; good problem‑solving skills; willingness to learn and acquire new skills.
Benefits Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category.
Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Mental Health resources and other employee‑related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
EEO Statement Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
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Mercy Medical Center is honored to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women in 2025. Additionally, we are proud to be a multi‑time recipient of Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers award, most recently in 2025.
As a hospital founded by the Sisters of Mercy, we offer a supportive and empowering environment where dedicated medical professionals thrive. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through your work and contributing to a mission of compassionate care, we invite you to apply today and join our Mercy family.
Responsibilities The Peer Recovery Coach provides non‑clinical services intended to aid patients in establishing recovery from high risk of dependent alcohol and drug use problems. The Coach works as part of the Emergency Department to provide peer support and motivation to encourage patients seeking treatment for alcohol or drug dependency and addiction issues. The Coach assists in completing referrals to treatment services and developing service plans to promote successful linkage to treatment services. Services are provided in the Emergency Department and on the admitting floors if the patient is admitted to the hospital and include appropriate follow‑up.
Requirements
Education and Work Experience:
High school diploma or G.E.D. is required.
License Requirements:
N/A
Certification Requirements:
Certified through the Maryland Addiction Professional Board, or within 18 months of hire; participates in continuing education programs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Meditech (if applicable to position)
Epic (if applicable to position)
Performance Manager/NetLearning
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following.
Must read, write, and speak English in an understandable manner.
Must work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must effectively communicate and deal tactfully with patients, physicians, customers, and the general public.
Must be flexible, possess personal integrity, and function effectively as a team member.
Must follow written and oral instructions.
Other Requirements:
The candidate must be actively engaged in his/her own recovery program with a minimum of two years demonstrated personal recovery and sustained abstinence from alcohol and/or drug use.
Must read, interpret documents and write routine reports.
Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate to patients and health professionals; good problem‑solving skills; willingness to learn and acquire new skills.
Benefits Benefits Eligibility is based on your scheduled FTE status and Job Category.
Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits & wellness credit for eligible employees
403(b) retirement plan with generous company match and “catch up” provision
Paid Time Off (PTO) & company paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Mental Health resources and other employee‑related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
Employer paid Short & Long Term Disability benefits for eligible employees
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
Mercy’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewarding employees for going above and beyond in living Mercy’s Mission and Values
EEO Statement Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.
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