PEER RECOVERY SPECIALIST III, CERTIFIED OVERDOSE PREVENTION & RESPONSE PROGRAM PRS
About the role
The main purpose of the Overdose Prevention & Response (OPR) Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) is to reduce drug-related mortality and provide immediate, non-judgmental support to individuals who have survived an overdose. This multidisciplinary team will intervene rapidly following an overdose to provide immediate medical stabilization, including buprenorphine induction, provision of life-saving supplies and facilitation of linkages to care. The team will follow up with individuals to support them during the buprenorphine induction phase, provide additional linkages and warm handoffs. The team will offer a non-judgmental, stigma-free approach that does not emphasize abstinence from substances. This position will be embedded with the Department of Fire and EMS.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Note: 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.
Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
- Candidates must possess a current certification as a Peer Recovery Specialist within 12 months from date of hire from the Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board (MAPCB).
- Employees may be assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle and must possess a valid Maryland motor vehicle operator's license.
- Employees who fail to obtain the required certification by the end of 24 months of continuous employment are subject to disciplinary action including demotion, suspension and dismissal.
- Applicants must be in a state of recovery for 2 years from a substance use, mental health or co-occurring disorder.
- Employees must complete any additional training deemed necessary to maintain certification.
- Employees are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09.