Peer Recovery Specialist III, Certified

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking a dedicated Peer Recovery Specialist to support individuals navigating substance use disorders within the Charles County Health Department. The role focuses on peer-based recovery support, crisis intervention, and advocacy while promoting harm-reduction education and community outreach.

Responsibilities include delivering recovery services, engaging with the community, and supporting public safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year providing peer recovery support services.
• Military service substitution allowed for related peer support roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver peer recovery support, crisis intervention and advocacy for individuals navigating substance use disorders.
• Promote public safety through harm reduction education and community outreach.

Skills

Peer recovery support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to deliver peer recovery support, crisis intervention, and advocacy for individuals navigating substance use disorders and recovery, while promoting public safety through harm reduction education and community outreach.

GRADE

ASTD11

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Charles County Department of Health
4545 Crain Highway
White Plains, MD 20695

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: One year of experience providing peer recovery support services.
• Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Peer Specialist classifications or Peer Specialist and specialty codes in the health-related field of work for the required experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 12 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 to maintain the 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.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.