State of Maryland
Peer Recovery Specialist II
State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Introduction
GRADE:
ASTD10
LOCATION OF POSITION:
Charles County Department of Health, Local Behavioral Health Authority Division, 4545 Crain Highway, White Plains, MD 20695
Main Purpose of Job:
The main purpose of this position is to provide peer recovery support for all harm reduction activities and promote harm reduction education to the community and stakeholders. The identified harm reduction activities are an expanded naloxone training and distribution program, re-establishing street outreach in the form of the HOPE Team, and developing the Syringe Services Program for Charles County.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
Notes:
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:
Experience working with substance abuse.
Experience with community outreach.
Experience working with data collection.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
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).
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:
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.
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.
Employees in this classification must complete any additional training that is deemed necessary and appropriate to maintain required certification.
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:
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.
BENEFITS:
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:
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.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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GRADE:
ASTD10
LOCATION OF POSITION:
Charles County Department of Health, Local Behavioral Health Authority Division, 4545 Crain Highway, White Plains, MD 20695
Main Purpose of Job:
The main purpose of this position is to provide peer recovery support for all harm reduction activities and promote harm reduction education to the community and stakeholders. The identified harm reduction activities are an expanded naloxone training and distribution program, re-establishing street outreach in the form of the HOPE Team, and developing the Syringe Services Program for Charles County.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
Notes:
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:
Experience working with substance abuse.
Experience with community outreach.
Experience working with data collection.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
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).
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:
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.
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.
Employees in this classification must complete any additional training that is deemed necessary and appropriate to maintain required certification.
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:
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.
BENEFITS:
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:
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.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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