What are the responsibilities and job description for the Peer Recovery Specialist position at Voices of Hope, Inc.?
**Looking for People in Recovery or Allies & Advocates of Recovery!
Would you like to work with others who want to help their community and make a difference in a life? Then Voices of Hope is the place for you! Come work at a great place and be part of an amazing team!
We will provide all trainings for free and pay you to complete them so that you can become a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist!
Voices of Hope is a non-profit organization providing peer support to the communities in Cecil and Harford County. Our mission is to advocate for behavioral health disorder prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery resources, eliminate the stigma of addiction through outreach events and education and support ALL pathways of recovery.
We are looking for people who are allies of recovery or those with at least two years of continuous recovery to join our team at Voices of Hope in Elkton, MD . We will provide the training and support for you to become a Maryland Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, using your experience, strength and hope to help others struggling with addiction in our community.
Position available: Full Time and Part Time Shifts
Day Shift: 8 a.m - 4:30 p.m.
Mid Shifts: 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. & 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
2nd Shift: 4:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.
3rd Shift: Midnight - 8:30 a.m.
Pay Range is $18.00 - $25/hour depending on experience and shift. Shift differential pay is available on second and third shift.
SUMMARY: The Peer Recovery Specialist will provide recovery support and harm reduction services to individuals in need accessing a wide variety of services at Voices of Hope. The successful candidate will have an active personal recovery plan and create existing relationships in the local recovery community and with individuals with diverse recovery pathways. The peer will represent Voices in the local community, working with our staff at local events and fundraisers.
QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS:
1. Valid Driver's License
2. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
3. Acquire the Maryland Certified Peer Recovery Specialist credential within 6 months of employment, if not already certified.
4. Ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
5. Demonstrates professional communication internally and externally through email, via phone, and in person.
6. Ability to maintain a work calendar and schedule meetings.
7. Must have familiarity with Google suite: gmail, drive, docs, sheets
8. Must have experience with fax machines, computers, and various software and applications.
9. Strong attention to detail.
10. Responsive and accountable.
11. Demonstrates a trauma-informed care approach and engagement.
12. Ability to take ownership of duties and roles.
13. Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Elkton, MD 21921 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25
