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City of Baltimore · 1 month ago

Recovery Friendly Advisor, Grant Service Specialist II (NCS) - Mayor's Office of Employment Development

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$44K/yr - $70K/yr

The City of Baltimore is dedicated to creating a vibrant community and is seeking a Recovery Friendly Advisor to support their Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative. This role focuses on assisting businesses in obtaining Recovery Friendly designations and providing support services to participants in workforce development programs.

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Responsibilities

Support interested companies in finding evidence-based practices to meet their individualized needs

Develop and sustain the RFW Initiative in each workplace with whom they partner

Provide guidance to employees of MOED’s Recovery Friendly Workplace partners seeking recovery and SUD resources

Provide workplaces with information and resources to promote health, well-being, and recovery for themselves and their family members, including providing naloxone training and distributing naloxone to partners as needed

Consult with employers to plan trainings related to substance misuse, behavioral health, and addiction that are tailored to the company's specific needs

Assist businesses with participating in public awareness and education events in their communities

Assist in developing a strategic outreach plan, and coordinate and conduct information sessions and outreach events to promote MOED’s Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative

Conduct intake and initial assessments of service needs; aid customers in accessing programs and services; provide appropriate referrals to programs and services as a result of intake assessment

Assist customers in identifying required documentation for program eligibility and navigating resources to obtain missing documents

Develop and maintain relationship with employers to identify job opportunities that match skills and experience of job seekers participating in MOED’s Recovery-Friendly Programs

Assist job seekers in preparing for interviews and improving resumes

Provide job market and employment trends to job seekers and employers

Attend job fairs and other recruitment events

Network with community organizations and conduct regular follow-up with employers and candidates

Accurately inputs data, notes and services in a timely manner into trackers and databases

Assure quality service delivery with follow-up communication and surveys to participants and/or employers

Assist with and/or coordinate special activities and events specific to the Recovery Friendly Workplace initiative

Qualification

Certified Peer Recovery SpecialistBehavioral health knowledgeMS Office SuiteInterviewing skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), or the ability to gain certification within 12 months of employment

Must be in a state of recovery for two years from a substance use disorder, mental health, or co-occurring disorder

Intermediate skills in the use of MS Office Suite

Valid driver's license in good standing with access to a vehicle

Have a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or an equivalent driver's license and be eligible to obtain a Baltimore City driver's permit

Considerable knowledge of behavioral health recovery, treatment, and social programs available in Baltimore City

Ability to effectively analyze and diagnose information, organize work, determine priorities and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision in a timely manner

Ability to effectively access and use computerized systems and equipment

Ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with coworkers, outside agencies/organizations and the general public, with special sensitivity to the needs and priorities of individuals in recovery

Interviewing and assessment skills, with the ability to effectively identify specific needs

Ability to work with sensitive, personal/demographic information and maintain appropriate confidentiality

Ability to effectively demonstrate and use interpersonal skills including interacting with persons who have diverse educational, cultural, ethnic and language backgrounds

Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to listen carefully during customer assessments and to clearly convey client needs