Peer Recovery Specialist - Baltimore County

Peer Recovery Specialist

Santé is a dynamic and leading community-based behavioral health services organization. Our job is to offer rapid response and compassionate care to individuals or groups through comprehensive mental health services. Our track record of innovation and growth reflects our ability to deliver diverse and highly individualized services. We have a passion for providing empathetic and potentially life-saving care to help individuals heal, recover, and thrive.

What We're Looking For:

The Santé Group is seeking Full-Time Peer Recovery Specialists to join our new Baltimore County Recovery Center in Dundalk, MD. As a Peer Recovery Specialist, you will provide mobile crisis services, which may include ongoing peer assessments, crisis intervention techniques and stabilization, and developing crisis plans for clients. You will serve as the on-site resource for clinical information and partner with all involved parties, including but not limited to families, friends, and community providers. We are seeking a candidate who can work in-person shifts on Saturdays and Sundays.

What You'll Do:

• Self-identify as a Peer and provide peer support to consumers and families.
• Assist in performing on-scene assessments, including but not limited to danger, suicide, and environmental assessments.
• Perform crisis intervention and stabilization, including de-escalation, crisis planning, and implementation.
• Create appropriate referral recommendations and develop treatment plans using available agency and community resources.
• Partner with local law enforcement and other community providers.
• Complete documentation in a thorough and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, as well as appropriate federal, state, and county regulations.

What We Require:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two (2) years of related experience.
• Peer Recovery Specialist Certification (CPRS) or willingness to be certified within a one (1) year of employment (Sante will pay for your certification if you do not have it at the time of hire)
• At least two (2) years in full recovery AND three (3) years of lived experience with mental illness, substance abuse, or a co-occurring disorder.
• Valid driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance.

What You'll Get:

• Work Schedule: Full time, weekdays 10:00am to 6:00pm
• Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour without certification, up to $24.00 per hour once certified
• Full-Time Benefits:
• Certification Assistance (if applicable) and no-cost supervision for Peer Recovery Certification.
• Robust Retirement Plan – 403(b) with company match to support your future.
• Health Coverage That Cares – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Time to Recharge – Generous paid time off and sick leave.
• Celebrate You – Enjoy your birthday off every year!
• Training & Growth – Ongoing development programs and career advancement opportunities.
• Culture of Purpose – A welcoming, inclusive environment where you belong.
• Employee Assistance Program – Confidential support for life's challenges.
• Wellness Perks – Annual wellness initiatives and access to the Calm App.
• Recognition & Rewards – Through our Awardco platform and referral program.
• Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy deals through FunEx and more.
• Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Optional legal assistance and transferable life insurance.
• Pet insurance for your furry family.
• Ancillary plans like critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity.
• Financial Flexibility – Flexible spending accounts (FSA) to help with healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Santé Group Companies aspires to create an organization that places value on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and inclusivity. To achieve this success, it is essential that all members of our organization feel secure, welcomed, and respected. All members of our organization have a responsibility to uphold these values.

We believe that diversity of background and experience makes for better problem-solving and collaboration, which is why we are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. Even more important than your resume is a positive attitude, a passion for making an impact, a personal desire to grow, and the ability to help individuals heal, recover, and thrive.

Santé Group Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The Santé Group participates in E-Verify.