Recovery Friendly Advisor, Grant Service Specialist II (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Employment Development

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

This position will support MOED’s Recovery Friendly Workplace (RFW) initiative as part of the Recovery-Friendly Programs team. The primary focus of this position is to support interested businesses and organizations in obtaining a Recovery Friendly Workplace designation. Additionally, this position will provide intake assessments, resource navigation, job development, mentorship, and support services to participants enrolled in workforce development.

Requirements

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), or the ability to gain certification within 12 months of employment.
Must be in a state of recovery for two years from a substance use disorder, mental health, or co-occurring disorder.
Intermediate skills in the use of MS Office Suite.
Valid driver’s license in good standing with access to a vehicle.
Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver’s permit.
PROVISIONAL DRIVER’S LICENSES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
NOTE: YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH THE APPLICATION AT THE TIME OF APPLYING.
Considerable knowledge of behavioral health recovery, treatment, and social programs available in Baltimore City
Ability to effectively analyze and diagnose information, organize work, determine priorities and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision in a timely manner
Ability to effectively access and use computerized systems and equipment
Ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with coworkers, outside agencies/organizations and the general public, with special sensitivity to the needs and priorities of individuals in recovery
Interviewing and assessment skills, with the ability to effectively identify specific needs
Ability to work with sensitive, personal/demographic information and maintain appropriate confidentiality
Ability to effectively demonstrate and use interpersonal skills including interacting with persons who have diverse educational, cultural, ethnic and language backgrounds
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to listen carefully during customer assessments and to clearly convey client needs

Responsibilities

Support interested companies in finding evidence-based practices to meet their individualized needs.
Develop and sustain the RFW Initiative in each workplace with whom they partner.
Provide guidance to employees of MOED’s Recovery Friendly Workplace partners seeking recovery and SUD resources
Provide workplaces with information and resources to promote health, well-being, and recovery for themselves and their family members, including providing naloxone training and distributing naloxone to partners as needed.
Consult with employers to plan trainings related to substance misuse, behavioral health, and addiction that are tailored to the company's specific needs.
Assist businesses with participating in public awareness and education events in their communities.
Assist in developing a strategic outreach plan, and coordinate and conduct information sessions and outreach events to promote MOED’s Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative.
Conduct intake and initial assessments of service needs; aid customers in accessing programs and services; provide appropriate referrals to programs and services as a result of intake assessment
Assist customers in identifying required documentation for program eligibility and navigating resources to obtain missing documents
Develop and maintain relationship with employers to identify job opportunities that match skills and experience of job seekers participating in MOED’s Recovery-Friendly Programs
Assist job seekers in preparing for interviews and improving resumes
Provide job market and employment trends to job seekers and employers
Attend job fairs and other recruitment events
Network with community organizations and conduct regular follow-up with employers and candidates
Accurately inputs data, notes and services in a timely manner into trackers and databases
Assure quality service delivery with follow-up communication and surveys to participants and/or employers
Assist with and/or coordinate special activities and events specific to the Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative