Peer Recovery Specialist, Certified Series (Peer Recovery Specialist, Certified

Introduction As a State agency, Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or genetic information. All applicants must be able to communicate effectively with clients and visitors and possess the ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Applicants must be able to work in various positions, and travel to various courtrooms and office environments in the jurisdiction. MOPD is further committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities by modifying or adjusting the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known applicant or employee. Applicants must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment. Applicants must have access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate public transportation. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tawanda Jackson, Human Resources Supervisor, at 410-767-8503 or tawanda.jackson@maryland.gov. Position Overview The Office of the Public Defender is seeking a Reentry Specialist to serve as an essential team member on a state grant to facilitate community-based services and support for justice-involved children/youth in Baltimore County charged with gun possession. This is a grant-funded position currently funded through June 2025. GRADE ASTD9 $18.98-$21.87 ASTD10 $20.16-$23.26 ASTD11 $21.43-$24.75 LOCATION OF POSITION 200 Washington Ave, Towson, MD 21204 Main Purpose of Job Youth Reentry Specialists are key members of the grant team. They provide support services to children who were arrested for handgun possession and have a case proceeding in juvenile court after being charged as an adult. This position is funded by a grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy and is expected to run through at least June 2025. Primary Duties and Responsibilities include: Collaborate with lawyers and social workers to develop and implement individualized service plans for each client. Help participants navigate social service systems in the community. Provide ongoing support. Assist with data collection and reporting. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Peer Recovery Specialist I: Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: None. Peer Recovery Specialist II: Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: One year of experience providing parent peer advocacy services. Notes: Candidates may substitute additional experience as defined above or experience in child or adult caregiving, on a year-for-year basis, for the required education. Candidates may substitute nine credit hours from an accredited college or university in a human service program or human development program for one year of the required experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Social Services classifications on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Peer Recovery Specialist III: Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: One year of experience providing peer recovery support services. DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Background and experience with children and young adults who are systems involved. Lived experience strongly preferred. Familiarity with Baltimore communities. Excellent communication skills. Ability to maintain effective relationships with project participants and other members of the grant team. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 12 months from date of hire from the Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board. 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 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. 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. Employees in this classification must complete any additional training that is deemed necessary and appropriate to maintain the required certification. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing. SELECTION PROCESS Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. EXAMINATION PROCESS The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement. BENEFITS Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications preferred. Please fax all paper applications and questionnaires to (410) 333-2260. Inquiries regarding applications can be directed to: Office of the Public Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1304, Baltimore, MD 21202; or by calling (410) 767-8500.

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