Peer Recovery Specialist, Certified SERIES
Peer Recovery Specialist I, II, & III, Certified
Recruitment #23-000218-0003
Department | Office of the Public Defender |
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Date Opened | 9/29/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 6/20/2024 11:59:00 PM |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
HR Analyst | Janynee Covington |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
|
Introduction
GRADE
I Level Grade 8 $16.75 - $20.28
II Level Grade 9 $17.74 - $21.56
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The Peer Recovery Specialists are key members
of the grant team. They provide peer recovery support services to individuals
with an opioid use disorder and assist with data collection.
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities include:
- Collaborate
with grant Social Workers to develop and implement individualized service
plan for each project participant.
- Help
participants navigate social service systems in the community
- Provide
ongoing peer support
- Conduct
client interviews
- Assist
with data collection, including conducting grant mandated 3-month and
6-month follow-up surveys
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Peer Recovery Specialist I:
Education: Graduation from an
accredited high school or possession of a high school
equivalency
certificate.
Experience: None.
Peer Recovery Specialist II:
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.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- As
this is a peer-to peer position, individuals must be in stable, long term
recovery from a substance use disorder.
- Familiarity with treatment and community resources that
support recovery from addictive diseases and co-occurring behavioral
health disorders.
- Ability to maintain effective peer recovery relationships with project participants and other members of the grant team
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
1. 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.
2. 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
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Employees in this classification must complete any additional training that is deemed necessary and appropriate to maintain the required certification.
4. 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
Please make sure that you provide sufficient
information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for
this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be
submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted
after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified,
Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for
at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of
your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the
position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the
rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you
provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all
experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants selected
for interview will be required to complete a writing sample onsite during the
interview process.
BENEFITS
Contractual employees who work
for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare
Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours
a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized
health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual
employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your
medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have
enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost
for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental
death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible
to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120
days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every
30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications preferred. Please
fax all paper applications and questionnaires to (410) 333-2260.
Inquiries regarding applications and
submitting paper applications can be directed to: Office of the Public
Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1304, Baltimore,
MD 21202; or by calling (410) 767-8500, toll free: 877-430-5187; TTY users call
Maryland Relay Service 800-735-2258.
Please be sure to include your name, identification
number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure
timely processing. A paper copy of the MD State application form and
questionnaire can be downloaded from the link below.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is
committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective
of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are
encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our
country.