Peer Support Specialist

State of Maryland•St. Mary's, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position that will provide peer recovery support services and care coordination services to individuals in St. Mary's County who are experiencing homelessness and are diagnosed with or identifying as having substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders. This position will also guide, support, and assist individuals and families on the recovery continuum focusing on Harm Reduction pathways. It will facilitate the planning and implementation of recovery support activities including in person and virtual Naloxone training for individuals and the community. Additionally, the role involves distributing and promoting harm reducing materials at the St. Mary's County Health Department (SMCHD), SMCHD satellite office, and all other outreach locations as appropriate.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Must be in a state of recovery for 2 years from a substance use, mental health or co-occurring disorder.
Possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 24 months from date of hire from the Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board (MAPCB).
May be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Responsibilities

Provide peer recovery support services and care coordination services to individuals experiencing homelessness with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders.
Guide, support, and assist individuals and families on the recovery continuum focusing on Harm Reduction pathways.
Facilitate the planning and implementation of recovery support activities including in person and virtual Naloxone training for individuals and the community.
Distribute and promote harm reducing materials at the St. Mary's County Health Department (SMCHD), SMCHD satellite office, and all other outreach locations as appropriate.