Peer Recovery Specialist - SUD Program

Centurion Health • Jessup, MD

112d • $25

About The Position

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. We are currently seeking a Full-time Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team at Jessup Correctional Institution (JCI) located in Jessup, Maryland. Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) employees support patients in their substance use and detoxification/ recovery process. They also lead recovery groups, build community and relationships.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) required.
• One year or more of experience working closely with patients and connecting them to resources or an equivalent combination of work and education.
• Experience working in corrections preferred.
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/BLS.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in corrections preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in their substance use and detoxification/recovery process.
• Lead recovery groups.
• Build community and relationships.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Continuing Education benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED