Peer Recovery Specialist - SUD Program (81605)

Centurion Health; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 46,838 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Full-time Evening Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Specialist at Jessup Correctional Institution in Jessup, MD. The role focuses on supporting patients through SUD treatment, leading recovery groups, and fostering community connections during the evening shift.

Requirements include PRSS certification, a high school diploma, CPR/BLS, and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) required.
• One year or more of experience working with patients and linking them to resources or an equivalent combination of work and education.
• Experience in corrections preferred.
• Must be CPR/BLS certified.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, including drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in their substance use and detoxification/recovery process.
• Lead recovery groups and build community and relationships.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification as Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS)

Job description

Peer Recovery Specialist - SUD Program (81605)

MD, Jessup - Jessup Correctional Institution - Jessup, MD 20794

Overview

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Shift

Evening

High School Diploma/GED

Category

Behavioral Health Professional & Support

Description

Pay Rate: $35.20 / hour

Centurion is proud to be the provider ofcomprehensive services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. We are currently seeking a Full-time Evening Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team at Jessup Correctional Institution (JCI)located in Jessup, Maryland.

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) employees support patients in their substance use and detoxification/ recovery process. They also lead recovery groups, build community and relationships.

Shift- Full-time Evening Shift

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) required
• One year or more of experience working closely with patients and connecting them to resources or an equivalent combination of work and education
• Experience working in corrections preferred
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance