Peer Recovery Coach Supervisor – Emergency Medicine

Emory University

. Provide leadership, oversight, and operational support for the Peer Recovery team .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in peer recovery support, team leadership, and operational management within healthcare settings. Proficient in developing training programs, fostering community partnerships, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES)Peer Recovery CoachingTeam OversightTraining and OnboardingCommunity Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Standard Operating Procedures DevelopmentPerformance MonitoringFeedback AnalysisDocumentation ManagementPeer Support Services

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringRelationship BuildingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES)

Industry Keywords

Substance UseRecovery SupportHealthcare ProvidersCommunity OrganizationsClinical Patient Contact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership, oversight, and operational support for the Peer Recovery team
Manage the day-to-day activities of Peer Recovery Coaches
Develop and refine standard operating procedures
Monitor team performance and compliance with reporting requirements
Collect and analyze feedback to drive continuous improvement
Partner with the Medical Director on strategic planning for program growth and sustainability
Promote staff well-being through coaching, mentoring, and resource coordination
Manage staffing coverage and continuity of services
Provide direct peer support during absences, vacancies, or increased demand
Guide and direct a team of Peer Recovery Coaches
Oversee training and onboarding of new Peer Recovery Coaches
Develop and implement coaching strategies for team growth
Optimize peer placement and manage follow-ups at Grady and Emory hospitals
Develop collaborative relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and support networks
Connect people affected by substance use, misuse, or overdose and their families, friends, and allies with resources and recovery supports
Build relationships with hospital staff and partners
Provide education about the recovery process to caregivers, patients, and hospital staff
Travel between Grady and Emory sites to support administrative tasks and provide hands-on team support
Maintain accurate and comprehensive records
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Active Certified Addiction Recovery Empowerment Specialist (CARES) certification or meets CARES eligibility requirements
Three years of experience as a Peer Recovery Coach
Position involves clinical patient contact
Ability to perform tasks generally in person at an Emory University location
Ability to travel between Grady and Emory sites
Ability to provide peer support services, team oversight, training, onboarding, documentation, and community collaboration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment