What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maternal Peer Support Coordinator position at Anne Arundel County Department of Health?
Salary
$22.00 per hour
Posted Date
11/09/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Bureau: Behavioral Health | Adolescent and Family Services
Full-Time County Contractual Open to all qualified candidates. Location: 711 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401 Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: Participation in the County’s group health plan including prescription, dental, and optical, paid holidays and sick leave. Optional deferred compensation program at employee's own expense.
Job Description
Nature of Work:
Provide welcoming, non-clinical, lived-experience-based peer support to pregnant and postpartum individuals and families participating in Circles of Care, a component of the Department of Health’s maternal support for the Brooklyn Park ENOUGH (Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments, and Households) Initiative. Build trusting relationships, promote connection and access to information throughout the perinatal period, and support individuals across a range of experiences, including those who may not identify as struggling or in crisis. Serve as a trusted bridge between participants, maternal and behavioral health services, substance use treatment, and community resources through peer mentorship, education, advocacy, resource navigation, and participant-centered support.
Education
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED)
Experience
Personal lived experience in continuous recovery from a mental health disorder, substance use disorder, or perinatal health challenge. Minimum of one to two years of experience providing peer support services, community outreach, or resource navigation in a health, human services, or community-based setting. Possession of a valid Maryland Class C driver’s license (or equivalent) and access to reliable transportation for local community travel.
License Or Certification
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist credential in Maryland issued by the Maryland Addiction and Behavioral Health Professionals Certification Board (or eligibility to complete certification within 12–24 months of hire).
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Anne Arundel County resident from Brooklyn Park, MD. Prior experience delivering peer mentorship or outreach specifically to pregnant or postpartum individuals, families navigating Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), or early childhood programs. Direct familiarity with the Brooklyn Park community, northern Anne Arundel County resources, and local support hubs (e.g., Anne Arundel County Public Library branches, WIC, local healthcare clinics). Experience with or adaptability to Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems (e.g., Welligent), client tracking tools, and basic Microsoft Office / Google Workspace platforms. Conversational fluency or bilingual proficiency in Spanish (to serve diverse birthing populations in the target census tracts).
How To Apply
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications can apply.
Send a Completed County Application Or Resume To
Human Resources
3 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
Fax to 410-222-4392 or email hdrecruiter@aacounty.org.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Smoke-Free Workplace
Additional job opportunities with
Anne Arundel County
State of Maryland
Reference #20264
$22.00 per hour
Posted Date
11/09/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Bureau: Behavioral Health | Adolescent and Family Services
Full-Time County Contractual Open to all qualified candidates. Location: 711 Bestgate Road, Annapolis, MD 21401 Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: Participation in the County’s group health plan including prescription, dental, and optical, paid holidays and sick leave. Optional deferred compensation program at employee's own expense.
Job Description
Nature of Work:
Provide welcoming, non-clinical, lived-experience-based peer support to pregnant and postpartum individuals and families participating in Circles of Care, a component of the Department of Health’s maternal support for the Brooklyn Park ENOUGH (Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments, and Households) Initiative. Build trusting relationships, promote connection and access to information throughout the perinatal period, and support individuals across a range of experiences, including those who may not identify as struggling or in crisis. Serve as a trusted bridge between participants, maternal and behavioral health services, substance use treatment, and community resources through peer mentorship, education, advocacy, resource navigation, and participant-centered support.
Education
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED)
Experience
Personal lived experience in continuous recovery from a mental health disorder, substance use disorder, or perinatal health challenge. Minimum of one to two years of experience providing peer support services, community outreach, or resource navigation in a health, human services, or community-based setting. Possession of a valid Maryland Class C driver’s license (or equivalent) and access to reliable transportation for local community travel.
License Or Certification
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist credential in Maryland issued by the Maryland Addiction and Behavioral Health Professionals Certification Board (or eligibility to complete certification within 12–24 months of hire).
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Anne Arundel County resident from Brooklyn Park, MD. Prior experience delivering peer mentorship or outreach specifically to pregnant or postpartum individuals, families navigating Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs), or early childhood programs. Direct familiarity with the Brooklyn Park community, northern Anne Arundel County resources, and local support hubs (e.g., Anne Arundel County Public Library branches, WIC, local healthcare clinics). Experience with or adaptability to Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems (e.g., Welligent), client tracking tools, and basic Microsoft Office / Google Workspace platforms. Conversational fluency or bilingual proficiency in Spanish (to serve diverse birthing populations in the target census tracts).
How To Apply
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications can apply.
Send a Completed County Application Or Resume To
Human Resources
3 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
Fax to 410-222-4392 or email hdrecruiter@aacounty.org.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Smoke-Free Workplace
Additional job opportunities with
Anne Arundel County
State of Maryland
Reference #20264
Salary : $22