Job Description

The University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry's Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling has an opening for a Peer Gambling Recover Specialist to cover the central region of Maryland. The main purpose of this position is to provide recovery support for problem gambling services. The position is a non-clinical peer-based position working with persons who are at risk or receiving treatment for problem gambling disorders and their families. Peer Recovery Specialists assist with outreach efforts to the community to engage, educate and support individuals through the process of making life changes related to recovery from problem gambling-related issues and possibly other co-occurring disorders including substance use and mental health. Peers serve as coaches to model the process of recovery through their personal experience, while serving as an advocate for multiple pathways to recovery/wellness. This is a full-time, contractual position.

The Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling is a program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry and funded by the Behavioral Health Administration. The Center is also an affiliate of the National Council on Problem Gambling. The Center promotes healthy and informed choices to all Maryland residents regarding gambling and problem gambling through public awareness, training and education, prevention, technical assistance to the behavioral health care system, peer recovery support, research, and public policy. The Center also brings together experts in the field of problem gambling. For more information, please visit .

Benefits Information
UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• Provides crisis intervention through individual counseling such as supportive listening, providing basic health education, assisting clients' access to various treatment and support services, and referring clients to needed resources.
• Conducts initial assessment in order to determine individual client needs.
• Attends community meetings/outreach activities to establish communication and rapport and to promote Center services.
• Prepares and distributes informational literature.
• Participates in the evaluation of materials and methods designed to meet the educational needs of the client community.
• Recruits a client base within the community by identifying, locating, interviewing, and screening individuals who may be appropriate for the program.
• Provides general information to individuals and families on program objectives and services; eligibility requirements and benefits; confidentiality of information etc.
• Serves as a liaison between the client and community resources including department staff, City, State, and Federal social services agencies.
• Schedules/refers clients for appointments with treatment providers; reminds them of pending appointments.
• Assists with client retention by following up on all contacts for continued progress assessment and locating those clients who have moved or lost contact with the program.
• Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing community special events such as health fairs, workshops, etc.
• Participates in staff meeting and conferences. Reports on community outreach activities including problems and concerns.
• Prepares written reports and maintains records of outreach contacts and activities.
• Updates information in database from various data collected.
• Maintains a good working relationship with all members of the community.
• Performs all of the duties of a Community Outreach Worker I.
  

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Education: High-school diploma or GED.
Experience: Two (2) years in community outreach, health care, research, and/or social services, and experience working with recovering and abstinent gambling addiction population.
Other: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
General knowledge of community and/or social service resources and programs. Skill in conducting interviews and assessing client needs. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to operate computers and other office equipment. Ability to write reports and maintain records. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. Ability to perform extensive standing and walking. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact. Ability to interact with the public, health care providers, community organizations, and social service agencies. Ability to maintain poise and courtesy under pressure.

Conditions of Employment
Employees in this job class may be required to use their personal automobile while conducting official business and possess a valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or Commercial Class B Driver's License (CDL). Candidates selected for employment may be subjected to medical inquiries and/or medical examination to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class may be required to successfully pass a police background check.

Based on the duties of this position, selected candidates are not eligible to participate in the Bargaining Unit (Union).

Hiring Range: $43,000 - $48,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

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