Full-Time

Certified Recovery Coach

Massachusetts

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Marigold Health

Marigold Health

51-200 employees

Text-based peer support for recovery

Social Impact
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$45k - $52kAnnually

+ Bonus Opportunities

Junior

Massachusetts, USA

Hybrid position requiring some in-office presence in Massachusetts.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • Minimum of 1 year working as a Peer Specialist or Recovery Coach
  • Certification in Massachusetts as a Recovery Coach and/or as a Certified Peer Specialist preferred, must be certified in state of residence
  • Reliable access to internet in a private space (we provide equipment, e.g. laptop)
  • A willingness to work evening and weekend hours
  • Comfort operating a smartphone, computer, and software tools such as Microsoft Office
  • Ability to document member engagements in an electronic record
  • A willingness to speak to your personal lived experience with mental health and/or substance use conditions
  • An ability to work independently, combined with a comfort-level and clear understanding of when to reach out with questions or requests for clarification
  • Demonstrated ability to create wellness plans and/or recovery goals
  • Ability to adapt and prioritize tasks to meet the needs of members
  • Experience delivering peer support digitally (e.g. on social media) is a significant plus
  • Fluency in Spanish is a significant plus
Responsibilities
  • Engage a roster of members via regularly scheduled phone/video calls, text messages, digital support groups, and wellness planning
  • Develop comprehensive wellness plans in collaboration with members and their care teams and using evidence-based recovery screening tools
  • Coordinate with Marigold staff and with member’s friends/family & other care providers in delivering support
  • Use your experience to identify and engage a network of referring agencies as well as add to database of member resources
  • Bring a 'peer perspective' to the design of new digital interventions, technology tools, and trainings
  • Document your work in our record systems according to Marigold and prevailing standards
  • Share personal lived experience with mental health and/or addiction to support others seeking/maintaining recovery
  • Travel onsite to scheduled outreach visits

Marigold Health provides mental health support through anonymous, text-based peer support groups, specifically targeting individuals with substance use disorders, especially opioid use disorders. Users can join moderated group chats facilitated by certified peer support specialists who have personal recovery experience and are trained to offer guidance. This peer support model is based on research highlighting the importance of community in long-term recovery. Marigold Health partners with healthcare providers and insurance companies to integrate its services into healthcare plans, offering 24/7 access to support. This approach helps reduce the need for costly inpatient care and emergency visits, making it a cost-effective solution. Marigold's focus on proactive interventions and continuous support sets it apart from competitors, aiming to improve patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$20.8M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

29%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Securing $11M in Series A funding positions Marigold Health for significant expansion and technological advancements.
  • Partnerships with healthcare providers like AmeriHealth Caritas Delaware and Wood River Health Services enhance the company's credibility and market reach.
  • The 24/7 access to support and proactive intervention model can lead to better patient outcomes and long-term recovery success.

What critics are saying

  • The reliance on text-based communication may limit the depth of support compared to face-to-face interactions.
  • Expansion into new states and scaling the peer workforce could present operational challenges and strain resources.

What makes Marigold Health unique

  • Marigold Health's focus on anonymous, text-based peer support groups for substance use disorders sets it apart from traditional in-person or app-based mental health services.
  • The integration of certified peer support specialists who have personal experience with recovery provides a unique, empathetic approach to patient care.
  • By partnering with healthcare providers and insurance companies, Marigold Health ensures its services are accessible and cost-effective, reducing the need for costly inpatient stays and emergency room visits.

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Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

PTO

Company Travel Budget and Professional Development Budget