Peer Recovery Specialist I, Certified **Reposted**

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MDH, Cecil County Health Department, Elkton, MD

This position will serve as a Peer Recovery Specialist.  This position will be responsible for establishing a rapport with service recipients, gathering data systematically from clients and other available collateral sources, and using screening instruments and other methods.  This position will screen clients for substance abuse and mental health problems.  This position will also assist clients and help persons in crisis explore options that may be beneficial to their recovery and maintaining stability.  This position will help service recipients with application to Medical Assistance, Primary Adult Care, and other benefits determined to be beneficial to their progress and recovery.  This position will also help identify community resources and assist service recipients in recovery planning.

The desired candidate will have knowledge of resources in Cecil County and statewide. The desired candidate will also have experience with the Recovery Community, preferably two years of personal recovery; knowledge of understanding of certification process for Peer Recovery Specialist I & II with willingness to pursue within timeframes outlined in job classification, and experience working within a group setting.

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. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year.

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

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If unable to upload, please fax requested information only 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.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

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.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.