Peer Recovery Specialist - SUD Program (68826)

Peer Recovery Specialist - SUD Program

MD, Cumberland - North Branch Correctional Institution - Cumberland, MD 21532

Position Type Full-Time Job Shift Evening Education Level High School Diploma/GED Category Behavioral Health Professional & Support

Pay Rate: $35.20/hour

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. We are currently seeking a Full-time Evening Substance Use Disorder Peer Recovery Specialist to join our team in the Cumberland, Maryland region.

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Peer Recovery Specialist (PRS) employees support patients in their substance use and detoxification/ recovery process. They also lead recovery groups, build community and relationships.

Shift- FT Evening 40 hours per week

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a Peer Recovery Support Specialist (PRSS) required
• One year or more of experience working closely with patients and connecting them to resources or an equivalent combination of work and education
• Experience working in corrections preferred
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...