Behavioral Health Associate - Non-Merit

Regular

Schedule:

34 hours per week.

A non-merit vacancy exists in the Bureau of Behavioral Health, Department of Health and Human Services.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Applicants must complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application. A resume will not be considered in determining qualifications. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

Under general supervision, this position’s primary responsibilities are to:

Examples of Essential Duties

• Provide peer support to individuals with substance use and co-occurring behavioral health concerns
• Meet with program participants to provide peer mentoring, linkages to resources, and facilitation of contacts with the recovery community
• Create participant-driven wellness plans designed to address the barriers to wellness, including stigma, transportation, basic needs, housing, and others as defined by the participant
• Provide outreach to the community and distribute literature, brochures, and other related materials to educate the general public, promote programs, and reduce stigma
• Consistently document all participant encounters and outreach efforts
• Participate in and contribute to team meetings, providing constructive feedback to support participants, the peer team, and peer programs

EXAMPLES OF OTHER DUTIES
Perform other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Current Maryland Certified Peer Recovery Specialist or ability to obtain CPRS within one year of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and person-centered approaches
• Experience working in a healthcare, behavioral health, or harm reduction setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of local recovery resources and services
• Ability to work with diverse populations in a non-judgmental and supportive manner

Licenses and Certificates

Proof of Certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist and possession of a valid driver’s license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver license are required.

Baltimore County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.