Patient Advocate - CRPA

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center!

PATIENT ADVOCATE - Full Time, Sunday - Thursday 12n-8

30pm. This position is eligible for applicable shift pay differentials.

Supplement patient support in a non-clinical manner by providing peer support and encouragement to adhere to program policies and procedures and provide assistance in treatment and recovery plan development.

Responsibilities

• INCLUDE:
• Acclimate all new patients, reviewing procedures, expectations, etc. for first few days at Wellbridge to ensure a successful transition into treatment
• Facilitate orientation group, daily community meetings, and groups as assigned
• Participate in interdisciplinary staff meetings and conferences
• Accompany patients to appointments as approved by clinical team as needed, including coordinating and escorting to offsite meetings
• Work with participants to identify strengths
• Educates program participants about various modes of recovery
• Work in conjunction with clinicians/therapists, etc., to engage patients who are considering leaving AMA/ACA
• Ensure that patients are attending assigned groups and arriving on time
• Provide feedback from patient experience on program content and suggestions
• Inform patients about community and natural supports and how to use these in the recovery process. Assist with the development of recovery plans
• Model coping skills and provide non-clinical crisis support
• Familiar with contemporary medications for addiction treatment and works collaboratively with medical approaches to care
• Maintain records in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with regulations
• Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision and values

Other duties

This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.