Peer Recovery Specialist I, Certified

State of Maryland; Maryland; Presencial; USD 42 000 - 56 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Maryland Department of Health's Dorchester County Health Department in Cambridge, MD is seeking an entry-level Peer Recovery Specialist to provide support to individuals with substance use and mental health disorders, and to respond to opioid-related crises. This full-time role emphasizes helping clients initiate and sustain recovery while upholding ethical standards.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 24 months from

Qualificações

• Entry-level peer recovery support duties with individuals facing substance use and mental health disorders.
• Ability to respond to opioid-related crises and support recovery efforts.
• Adherence to the ethical responsibilities of a peer recovery specialist.

Responsabilidades

• Provide entry-level peer recovery support services to clients and families.
• Assist clients in identifying and accessing recovery resources and services.
• Advocate for clients and support them in initiating and sustaining recovery.

Conhecimentos

Peer support

Advocacy

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Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position is to provide entry level peer recovery support services to individuals with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, co-occurring, and/or a gambling disorder. The Peer should also learn to respond to opioid related crises and support individuals in recovery. The goal is to remove and/or overcome the obstacles to recovery by finding resources, guiding, advocating, supporting and assisting individuals and families to initiate and sustain recovery. These functions will be performed while adhering to the ethical responsiblities of a peer recovery specialist.

GRADE

ASTD9

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Dorchester County Health Department

627 Race Street

Cambridge, MD 21613

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position is to provide entry level peer recovery support services to individuals with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, co-occurring, and/or a gambling disorder. The Peer should also learn to respond to opioid related crises and support individuals in recovery. The goal is to remove and/or overcome the obstacles to recovery by finding resources, guiding, advocating, supporting and assisting individuals and families to initiate and sustain recovery. These functions will be performed while adhering to the ethical responsiblities of a peer recovery specialist.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience : None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 24 months from date of hire from the Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board (MAPCB) located at 10807 Falls Rd., #1376, Brooklandville, MD 21022.
• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

• Employees in this classification who fail to obtain the required certification by the end of 24 months of continuous employment with the hiring department shall be subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.
• Applicants for this classification must be in a state of recovery for 2 years from a substance use, mental health or co-occurring disorder before they can be qualified to be hired as a Peer Recovery Specialist, Certified.
• Employees in this classification must complete any additional training that is deemed necessary and appropriate maintain required certification.
• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing, in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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