Catholic Charities of Baltimore·Baltimore, Maryland
Perform street and shelter outreach to engage individuals with substance use disorders and reduce barriers to treatment. Link clients to appropriate behavioral health resources and complete accurate documentation of services provided.
23.07 per hour
Catholic Charities of Baltimore Villa Maria Behavioral Health Clinic is seeking a Peer Recovery Coach to provide non-clinical peer-based outreach to engage individuals struggling with substance use disorders. The purpose of this engagement is to provide support to reduce barriers to treatment entry. The work schedule is Monday – Friday 10 AM - 6 PM, 37.5 hours per week (Flexibility required for events and community initiatives)
Villa Maria Behavioral Health Clinics provide mental and behavioral health services to children, adults, and families across Maryland. These services include individual counseling, family counseling, psychiatric evaluation, social and coping skill development, addiction counseling and treatment, and medication management.
Job duties & responsibilities
Perform year-round street and shelter outreach to engage individuals to determine areas of need.
Link individuals to appropriate level of substance use disorder treatment and other Behavioral Health and community resources.
Screen for Substance Use using Government Performance and Results Acts (GPRA), Screening, brief inventory, referral to treatment (SBIRT) and other approved tools.
Transport clients to treatment destinations.
Complete timely and accurate documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
• Certified Peer Recovery Specialist or completion of CCAR Recovery Coach Academy. Full certification to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Maryland are typically driven by ongoing demand in community programs, outpatient settings, and care teams supporting patients with complex needs. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of related experience, and an active American Heart Association BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification status and recent experience before applying.
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