Nonprofit
Peer Support Specialist
Details
Description
On Our Own of Anne Arundel County, Inc. seeks a full-time Peer Support Specialist to provide virtual and in-person peer support, health education, and resource navigation services and programming for Anne Arundel County, with the majority of work performed at the Wellness & Recovery Center located at 132 Holiday Ct, Suite 210, Annapolis, MD 21401. Using personal life experience and specialized training, this position works with participants (one-on-one and in group settings) to promote overall wellness by exploring possibilities of recovery through the participants’ values, strengths, knowledge, skills and interests. Please review full job description here before applying.
OOOAA is a community-based, peer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which promotes wellness, recovery, and personal empowerment through peer support, resources, and activities to improve the lives of those who experience mental health and/or substance use struggles. We facilitate in-person and virtual programs across Anne Arundel County. We create hope and connection through comfortable, uplifting environments where individuals can meet others in their community, receive one-to-one peer support, obtain helpful information, and build skills to continue on their individual path to recovery. As a peer-operated organization, all staff and a majority of our Board of Directors are required to have personal lived experience with mental health and/or substance use challenges.
On Our Own of Anne Arundel County, Inc. seeks a full-time Peer Support Specialist to provide virtual and in-person peer support, health education, and resource navigation services and programming for Anne Arundel County, with the majority of work performed at the Wellness & Recovery Center located at 132 Holiday Ct, Suite 210, Annapolis, MD 21401. Using personal life experience and specialized training, this position works with participants (one-on-one and in group settings) to promote overall wellness by exploring possibilities of recovery through the participants’ values, strengths, knowledge, skills and interests. Please review full job description here before applying.
OOOAA is a community-based, peer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which promotes wellness, recovery, and personal empowerment through peer support, resources, and activities to improve the lives of those who experience mental health and/or substance use struggles. We…
Benefits
Paid time off (holidays, vacation, medical [sick & safe], personal)
Access to retirement savings plan (via MarylandSaves)
Professional development (training, conferences, etc.).
Paid time off (holidays, vacation, medical [sick & safe], personal)
Access to retirement savings plan (via MarylandSaves)
Professional development (training, conferences, etc.).
Level of Language Proficiency
Fluency in English required. Additional language capabilities are appreciated!
Fluency in English required. Additional language capabilities are appreciated!
Location
Suite 210
How to Apply
OOOAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or genetic information.
We strongly encourage candidates to become familiar with our mission and our activities by reviewing our website (www.oooannearundel.org) and visiting our center. Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to apply early. To apply:
- Email jobs@oooannearundel.org with the Position Title as the subject line.
- Attach your resume and cover letter as PDF files.
- In your cover letter, explain how you meet the required skills, knowledge, and certifications for the specific position, including any lived experience with behavioral health services or systems. Please also note your salary expectations.
OOOAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation…
