Title: | Substance Use Outreach Specialist - Baltimore City |
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ID: | 1171 |
Location: | Baltimore City |
This is an excellent opportunity for people who want to help families in need! We seek people who have had personal experience (not work related ) as a caregiver of a loved one who has/had substance use challenges. As a Family Peer Support Outreach Specialist, you will use your personal experience to help connect families in your community who are in need of emotional support, resources and understanding of various systems, as they support their family through this difficult time.
Founded in 1999, Maryland Coalition of Families (MCF) is a statewide nonprofit with a central office in Columbia, Md., and staff located in communities throughout the state. Using personal experience as parents, caregivers, youth and other loved ones, we connect, support and empower Maryland’s families. Our staff provide one-to-one support to parents and caregivers of young people with mental health issues and to any loved one who cares for someone with a substance use or gambling issue. We also advocate to improve systems that impact individuals with behavioral health challenges. Overview MCF has a full-time (40 hour/week) employment opportunities for a Family Peer Support Outreach Specialist to serve families in Baltimore City. The candidate(s) must have personal experience as a primary caregiver of a youth/young adult or other loved one who has/had substance use challenges. After training and orientation, the Family Peer Support Outreach Specialist will provide education and information about MCF's Substance Use Family Navigation Program, including the benefits of family peer support to community-based partners, businesses and families, as well as provide information and referrals to families seeking assistance. This position is pending being awarded the grant. |
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Substance Use Outreach Specialist Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Substance Use Outreach Specialist Qualifications
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To Apply for Family Peer Support Substance Use Outreach Specialist To be considered for this position, apply on our website at www.mdcoalition.org. You must submit (along with your resume) a cover letter describing your personal experience as the primary caregiver or loved one of an individual with substance use challenges. Please provide details regarding what services and resources you have used to support your loved one. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note that mailed or faxed resumes will not be considered. No phone calls please. |
Diversity |
Maryland Coalition of Families is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.
Key words: substance use, peer support, social work, counselor, human services, entry level, family support, personal experience, marketing, outreach