Peer Recovery Specialist Supv, Certified

STD0013

Anne Arundel County Health Department

The Peer Support Supervisor is a vital leadership role within the Anne Arundel County Department of Health, dedicated to promoting the health, well-being, and resilience of the community. Receiving general supervision under the Special Program Coordinator for Peer Support, this position bridges the gap between clinical services, peer support, and community resources. By championing public health, behavioral health, and harm reduction, the supervisor empowers individuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges, ensuring that care is accessible, effective, culturally competent, and client-centered. A core responsibility of this role is overseeing the day-to-day operations of non-clinical, lower-level Certified Peer Recovery Specialists. The supervisor provides direct leadership, facilitates training and development, and monitors service quality to ensure all staff efforts align with agency policies. By guiding their team, the supervisor ensures that all interactions are rooted in best practices for peer recovery support, clinical collaboration, and client advocacy. Beyond team leadership, the Peer Support Supervisor actively manages and coordinates program implementation across multiple community and clinical sites. This includes planning and supervising recovery support activities at locations such as the Jennifer Road Detention Center (JRDC), Ordnance Road Correctional Facility (ORCC), the Syringe Services Program (SSP), Anne Arundel County DUI/Drug Court, Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC), Baltimore Washington Medical Center (BWMC), the Leola Dorsey Resource Center, and various other outreach sites. At these locations, the supervisor guides team efforts in determining client needs, navigating the recovery continuum, providing necessary referrals to external community resources, and delivering targeted education and outreach in both individual and group settings. Administrative excellence and compliance are also central to this position. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring that all team members maintain accurate, real-time documentation in the Welligent Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. This includes tracking all contact attempts, field visits, and specific metrics required for SUPRT/SOR grant reporting. Additionally, the supervisor manages data entry, completes required forms and reports for the agency and the Behavioral Health Administration, and ensures all supervised staff remain compliant with mandatory training requirements. The position may be designated as Emergency Essential at the time of the emergency. This means the employee may be required to report to work or remain at work to continue agency operations during an emergency situation. During the emergency, the employee may be asked to perform a task outside their normal day-to-day job responsibilities. No employee will be asked to perform a task for which they have not been trained or that is outside the scope of their legal practice. The Health Officer may excuse or require the employee’s presence as circumstances and conditions warrant. Must be flexable to travel to multiple locations.

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

The desired candidate should possess:

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist from the Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board (MAPCB) located at 10807 Falls Rd., #1376, Brooklandville, MD 21022.

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 maintain 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.  

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

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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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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