Project Lead, Recovery Friendly Workplace (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Employment Development

City of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Baltimore is seeking a Project Lead within MOED to manage the Recovery-Friendly Workplace initiative and coordinate employer engagement, participant support, and program oversight. The role will supervise staff, monitor grant deliverables, and serve as liaison for the Maryland Department of Labor.

Responsibilities include outreach, intake assessments, referrals, and data reporting, with travel about 50% of the time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be in recovery for a minimum of two years from a substance use disorder, mental health, or co-occurring disorder.
• Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) or ability to obtain certification within 12 months.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic outreach plan to promote the RFW Initiative.
• Coordinate and conduct information sessions and outreach events.
• Engage and partner with Baltimore City businesses to promote, develop, and sustain the RFW model.
• Provide businesses with tools and resources to support employee recovery and family wellness.
• Consult with employers to plan trainings on substance use disorder, behavioral health, and addiction.
• Assist businesses in participating in public awareness and education events.
• Conduct intake and initial assessments of service needs.
• Aid participants in accessing services and making appropriate referrals.
• Assist customers in identifying required documentation and help navigate systems to obtain necessary documents.
• Provide direct supervision and support to the Recovery-Friendly Advisor.
• Ensure quality service delivery through follow-up communication and feedback from participants and employers.
• Facilitate and/or monitor job development partnership between Peer Recovery Specialists and the Recovery-Friendly Advisor.
• Track and manage SOR grant deliverables and peer job development placements.
• Coordinate special activities and events tied to the RFW initiative.
• Represent MOED at professional meetings, community events, and organizational functions.
• Serve as point of contact for Maryland Department of Labor including check-ins and reporting.
• Monitor performance and service quality using Excel and other MS Office tools.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Supervisory experience

CPRS certification

Driver’s License

Recovery knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Get to Know Us

Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or are interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits.

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$67,687.00 - $117,791.00 Annually

Hiring Salary Range:

$67,687.00 - $75,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

The Project Lead will manage MOED’s Recovery-Friendly Workplace (RFW) Initiative and serve as the primary point of contact for business-focused activities within the Recovery-Friendly Programs department at MOED. The RFW supports employers in Baltimore City as they seek RFW designation and builds momentum with designees to decrease stigma around those in recovery from substance use disorder. This role oversees the implementation of the SOR IV grant, supervises the Recovery-Friendly Advisor, and provides intake assessments, resource navigation, mentorship, and support services to participants enrolled in workforce development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Employer Engagement & Outreach

• Develop a strategic outreach plan to promote the RFW Initiative.
• Coordinate and conduct information sessions and outreach events.
• Engage and partner with Baltimore City businesses to promote, develop, and
• sustain the RFW model.
• Provide businesses with tools and resources to support employee recovery and family wellness.
• Consult with employers to plan trainings tailored to their needs on substance use disorder, behavioral health, and addiction.
• Assist businesses in participating in public awareness and education events.

Participant Support Services

• Conduct intake and initial assessments of service needs.
• Aid participants in accessing services and making appropriate referrals based on assessments.
• Assist customers in identifying required documentation and help navigate systems to obtain necessary documents.

Program Oversight & Supervision

• Provide direct supervision and support to the Recovery-Friendly Advisor. (Dependent on supervisory experience).
• Ensure quality service delivery through follow-up communication and feedback from participants and employers.
• Facilitate and/or monitor job development partnership between Peer Recovery Specialists and the Recovery-Friendly Advisor. This may include facilitating the Peer Job Development meeting and informing the job development strategy for the peer program.
• Track and manage SOR grant deliverables and peer job development placements.
• Coordinate special activities and events tied to the RFW initiative.
• Work with the Recovery-Friendly Programs manager to align programs and resources to net the broadest impact on residents.
• Represent MOED at professional meetings, community events, and organizational functions.

Data and Reporting

• Serve as point of contact for Maryland Department of Labor including check-ins and reporting.
• Monitor performance and service quality using Excel and other MS Office tools.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

AND

Experience: Must be in recovery for a minimum of two years from a substance use disorder, mental health, or co-occurring disorder. Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), or ability to obtain certification within 12 months. Minimum of one year of supervisory experience. Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional education, training, or certification in workforce development, behavioral health, or human services. Proven success in project and grant management. Experience in a public or government setting.

Equivalency Notes:

Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of recovery, treatment, and social programs in Baltimore City.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong assessment and interviewing skills.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially for tracking performance data.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cultural sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize work and complete tasks independently.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal teams, community partners, and businesses.
• Comfortable handling sensitive demographic or personal data with discretion.
• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
• Must be able to travel approximately 50% of the time for meetings and community outreach.
• May be required to sit for extended periods and perform tasks involving reaching and repetitive motion.
• Primarily indoor work environment.

Additional Information

• Must have reliable transportation for off-site meetings.
• Flexibility to work occasional evening or weekend hours for events and meetings.

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint screening, and must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-month mandatory probation.

Financial Disclosure

This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodation should not be attached to the application.

BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER