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Peer Recovery Specialist I, Certified

Recruitment #23-000213-0014

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Introduction

If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today!

The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release.

As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.

***RECRUITMENT REPOST -PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY.***

GRADE

ASTD8

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this position is to  provide peer recovery support to inmates diagnosed with or identifying as having substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders. To advocate for inmates by speaking on personal experiences regarding substance use. Meeting with institutional clinical staff and other treatment members to support inmate by providing input developing a recovery plan and determining the steps to reduce barriers to recovery and reach their recovery goals. Prepare reports and records to document individual accomplishment, growth and recovery progress.

 Communicate regularly with inmates about institutional policies and answer questions about their needs, goals, and treatment plans. Meet with inmates regularly to assist in developing a personalized plan for recovery that meets the unique needs and strengths of the inmates.

Provide guidance on conflict resolution, life skills, daily decision making, and other developmental skills. 
 Meet with peers to provide linkages to resources, and facilitation of contacts with the recovery community.

Facilitating peer led groups on topics such as harm reduction, many pathways to recovery theory, wellness, and recovery capital and recovery planning. Provide referrals for participants seeking to access substance use disorder or mental health services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.  
Experience:  None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 24 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 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.  

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to Terrayl.Goode@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment.

If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to terrayl.goode@maryland.gov referencing the recruitment number in the subject line, with your contact information, recruitment name, recruitment number. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, HRSD-Recruitment Division: Terrayl Goode Terrayl.Goode@maryland.gov

If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410-767-4850.

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 recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.




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