Peer Recovery Specialist II, Certified

GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH - Somerset County Health Department

8928 Sign Post Road

Westover MD 21871

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to provide peer support services to high risk individuals with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders and develop recovery resources and activities in Somerset County. This position will advocate for clients by speaking on personal experiences regarding substance use mental health disorders or co-occurring experiences. Additionally this position supports clients throughout their recovery process and encourages them to take empowering actions in order to regain control over their lives and recovery.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

Experience: One year of experience providing peer recovery support services.

Note: Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military serviceexperience as a non-commissioned officer in Peer Specialistclassifications or Peer Specialist and specialty codes in the health-related field of work for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess the following:

• Experience accurately documenting client information
• Experience communicating effectively with clients treatment teams and the general public
• Knowledge of the signs of Substance Use Disorder Mental Health or Co-Occurring disorders

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a currentcertification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 12 months from date ofhire 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 theoperation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be requiredto possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

for this classification must be in a state of recovery for 2 years froma substance use mental health or co-occurring disorder before they can bequalified to be hired as a Peer Recovery Specialist Certified.

in this classification must complete any additional training that isdeemed necessary and appropriate to 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 Useof 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 it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your report all related education experience dates and hours of 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 submitted after this date will not be added.

Incorrect application forms will not be will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on thecertified 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.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH Recruitment and Selection Division 201 W. Preston St. Room 114-B Baltimore MD 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 informationto .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 theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at .

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 or .

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: or MD TTY Relay Service 1-.

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 States diversity.

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