Peer Recovery Specialist SERIES, Certified Repost

Introduction

*** This position is being reposted, previous applicants need not reapply***

The Office of the Public Defender (OPD) is a statewide independent agency charged with providing superior legal representation to indigent defendants. The agency’s vision is of Justice, Fairness and Dignity for All. Employees are committed to the core values of maintaining a culture of excellence, providing client-centered representation and tenacious advocacy, and unity in achieving the agency’s mission.

All applicants must be able to communicate with employees and vendors and possess the ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Applicants must be able to multitask, and travel to various courtrooms and office environments throughout the state. OPD 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 to enable the applicant or employee be considered for the position they desire;

to perform the essential functions of the position in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship. Applicants must be able to operate a computer, cell phone 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, 410‑767‑8503, tawandal.jackson.

Office of the Public Defender is seeking certified peer recovery specialists to serve as essential team members on a state grant to encourage community-based treatment for justice‑involved individuals with substance use disorders. Peer Recovery Specialists assist in identifying and connecting individuals with appropriate recovery supports, developing motivation for recovery, and establishing and maintaining recovering lifestyles. These are grant‑funded positions that are currently funded through September 2026.

Grade 9: $20.57–$22.09 per hour
Grade 10: $21.86–$24.36 per hour
Grade 11: $23.35–$25.92 per hour

200 Kent Ave, Suite 102, La Plata, Maryland 20646

The Peer Recovery Specialists are key members of the grant team. They provide peer recovery support services to individuals with a substance use disorder and assist with data collection. This position is funded by a grant from the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention and Policy and is expected to run through September 2026.

• Collaborate with lawyers and social workers to develop and implement individualized service plans for each project participant.
• Help participants navigate social service systems in the community.
• Assist in drug and alcohol treatment center placement for individuals in and out of incarceration.
• Provide ongoing peer support in and out of incarceration.
• Assist with data collection and reporting.

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 peer recovery support services.

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.

Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non‑commissioned officer in Peer Specialist classifications or Peer Specialist and specialty codes in the health‑related field of work for the required experience.

• CCAR Certification, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist and/or Certified Community Health Worker.
• Minimum of 2 years…