Family Coach, Peer Support Specialist

Salary

$20.00 per hour

02/26/2025

Continuous

Full-Time County Contractual

Position open to all qualified candidates.

711 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401

40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.

Participation in the County’s group health plan including prescription, dental, and optical, paid holidays and sick leave. Optional deferred compensation program at employee's own expense.

Provide peer support services within the Strengthening Familying in Recovery (SFIR) Program. This program is designed as a holistic, community-based intervention that builds upon existing efforts to support individuals with lived experiences related to drug use. SFIR aims to engage, educate, and support pregnant and postpartum women, as well as women with children, in making the necessary life changes to recover from disabling mental illnesses and/or substance use disorders.

Provide comprehensive support that strengthens protective factors for families while addressing administrative barriers such as criminal histories, access to financial services, transportation, child care, safety net programs, and job readiness. Encourage lasting recovery for women. Facilitate care and streamline transitions between different parties in the county health care system, ensuring that participants receive appropriate ongoing care. Assist families in obtaining public benefits and accessing other supportive services.

Responsible for completing the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) assessments for all enrolled individuals within their assigned caseload. Provide targeted education and outreach, both individually and in group settings, regarding all services along the substance use continuum of care.

High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED)

If not certified, must complete the peer support specialist Maryland Addiction and Behavioral-health Professionals Certification Board (MABPCB) training program within 18 months of starting the position.

Have a minimum of two years of recovery from a substance use disorder or a co-occurring disorder. Have no current involvement with the criminal justice system. Behavioral Health Services will take into account the time since the last conviction and the type of crime committed. Requires a personal vehicle available for travel and holding a current Maryland driver's license with a clean driving record.

Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work independently and on a team. Excellent time management, organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills. Have an understanding of Anne Arundel County resources. Be proficient with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and electronic health records. Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Smoke-Free Workplace

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