Peer Recovery Specialist

Outreach and assertive engagement Disseminate information on harm reduction, recovery, and community resources 1:1 coaching, peer counseling, and mentoring Service planning/recovery planning Crisis intervention Facilitating groups Advocacy (on behalf of participants) Linkage to treatment and community services Collaborate with clinical and other support staff who work with enrolled participants, for example by collaborating on treatment plans and discussing participants’ progress and general well-being

Prepare reports and records including but not limited to: documentation of each participant encounter, service plans with enrolled participates, progress reports to treatment teams, etc.

Related duties as needed

Improve mental health, substance-related harms, and quality of life among participants Reduce unemployment, homelessness, and social isolation, among participants

High School Diploma or GED required CPRS (Certified Peer Recovery Specialist) certification preferred If not certified, must become a CPRS (following the certified process designated by the State of Maryland) within 6 months of hire, and thereafter must maintain certification in “active” or “good standing” while employed Experience working within the criminal justice system preferred, and/or with individuals previously incarcerated (preferred)

Knowledge of the “multiple pathways” of the recovery process for individuals with substance use disorders Knowledge of the signs of substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders Knowledge of ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship Knowledge of the proper techniques used in crisis response situations Knowledge to assist clients with accessing and obtaining entitlements (food stamps, Temporary Cash Assistance, Motor Vehicle Administration identification, insurance, etc.) Ability to obtain and report relevant background information by interviewing clients and third parties; Ability to work with groups and clients who may display behavioral health issues Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their family and friends, treatment team members and the general public Ability to use helping strategies to reduce the negative effects of substance use Ability to use support systems and community resources available to clients and their significant others and to advocate for clients’ rights Ability to accurately document client information Ability to comply with established standards of ethics and confidentiality

Classified Title: Outreach Worker
Working Title: Peer Recovery Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $13.00 - $16.93/hr (commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: ​​​​​​​HEBCAC Programs
Personnel area: School of Medicine

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

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