City of Baltimore
Peer Recovery Specialist, Grant Services Specialist II (NCS) - Mayor's Office of
City of Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Peer Recovery Specialist, Grant Services Specialist II (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Homeless Services
Salary Range:
$43,901.00 - $69,639.00 Annually Starting Pay:
$43,901.00 Annually
Benefits The Office of Employee Benefits manages the City’s health and welfare benefits plans for employees, retirees, and eligible dependents, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. The office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.
NOTE:
Grant positions are not eligible for retirement benefits.
Job Summary The Baltimore City Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Peer Recovery Specialist to provide peer recovery support services to clients with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders. The specialist will work onsite at funded shelters and drop‑in centers, providing weekly site visits and service referrals, and will report directly to the Emergency Services Manager.
Responsibilities
Lead resident support groups at various shelter locations.
Provide outreach services weekly at assigned sites.
Assist clients with symptom management and recovery, modeling wellness, personal responsibility, and self‑advocacy.
Coordinate training with internal and external stakeholders on substance abuse and peer recovery programs.
Promote personal growth and development with mental health and substance abuse issues.
Assist, teach, and support clients regarding Activities of Daily Living.
Assist the Emergency Services Team with crisis management in the various shelter locations and support the coordinated entry line during Code Red and Code Purple winter shelter operations.
Attend meetings and annual conferences related to peer recovery services.
Qualifications Education:
Associate degree in human services or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Career experience in social services, supportive housing, or working with homeless persons, including 2 years of HMIS experience and 1 year of paid community service work or outreach.
Equivalency:
High school graduation or GED certificate plus an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills; can interact professionally and positively with clients and treatment teams.
Ability to prepare and present ideas and information clearly and concisely.
Observational skills to interpret demeanor and spot signs of distress or crisis.
Effective communication and active listening skills for productive conversations and group sessions.
Organizational skills to maintain accurate records for multiple clients.
Computer and documentation skills.
Problem‑solving skills to help clients overcome obstacles to recovery.
Excellent writing skills to produce clear, concise recovery reports.
Thorough knowledge of English usage.
Additional Information
Background check required for positions of trust.
Mandatory six‑month probation for all selected candidates.
Financial Disclosure This position requires completion of a financial disclosure in accordance with the City Ethics Law. The initial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations should contact the Department of Human Resources directly; do not attach accommodation requests to the application.
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$43,901.00 - $69,639.00 Annually Starting Pay:
$43,901.00 Annually
Benefits The Office of Employee Benefits manages the City’s health and welfare benefits plans for employees, retirees, and eligible dependents, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. The office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.
NOTE:
Grant positions are not eligible for retirement benefits.
Job Summary The Baltimore City Mayor’s Office of Homeless Services is seeking a dynamic and experienced Peer Recovery Specialist to provide peer recovery support services to clients with substance use disorders, mental health disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders. The specialist will work onsite at funded shelters and drop‑in centers, providing weekly site visits and service referrals, and will report directly to the Emergency Services Manager.
Responsibilities
Lead resident support groups at various shelter locations.
Provide outreach services weekly at assigned sites.
Assist clients with symptom management and recovery, modeling wellness, personal responsibility, and self‑advocacy.
Coordinate training with internal and external stakeholders on substance abuse and peer recovery programs.
Promote personal growth and development with mental health and substance abuse issues.
Assist, teach, and support clients regarding Activities of Daily Living.
Assist the Emergency Services Team with crisis management in the various shelter locations and support the coordinated entry line during Code Red and Code Purple winter shelter operations.
Attend meetings and annual conferences related to peer recovery services.
Qualifications Education:
Associate degree in human services or related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Career experience in social services, supportive housing, or working with homeless persons, including 2 years of HMIS experience and 1 year of paid community service work or outreach.
Equivalency:
High school graduation or GED certificate plus an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills; can interact professionally and positively with clients and treatment teams.
Ability to prepare and present ideas and information clearly and concisely.
Observational skills to interpret demeanor and spot signs of distress or crisis.
Effective communication and active listening skills for productive conversations and group sessions.
Organizational skills to maintain accurate records for multiple clients.
Computer and documentation skills.
Problem‑solving skills to help clients overcome obstacles to recovery.
Excellent writing skills to produce clear, concise recovery reports.
Thorough knowledge of English usage.
Additional Information
Background check required for positions of trust.
Mandatory six‑month probation for all selected candidates.
Financial Disclosure This position requires completion of a financial disclosure in accordance with the City Ethics Law. The initial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations should contact the Department of Human Resources directly; do not attach accommodation requests to the application.
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