Training & Development Specialist - Advanced/Office of Peer Recovery & Engagement Coordinator (HSD/BHSD #10114021)

$23.07 - $36.91 Hourly

$47,989 - $76,782 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 65

Posting Details

This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Our Vision

• Every New Mexican has access to affordable health care coverage through a coordinated and seamless health care system.

Our Mission

• We ensure that New Mexicans attain their highest level of health by providing whole-person, cost-effective, accessible, and high-quality health care and safety-net services.

Our Goals

• Leverage purchasing power and partnerships to create innovative policies and models of comprehensive health care coverage that improve the health and well-being of New Mexicans and the workforce.
• Achieve health equity by addressing poverty, discrimination, and lack of resources, building a New Mexico where everyone thrives.
• Implement innovative technology and data-driven decision-making to provide unparalleled, convenient access to services and information.
• Build the best team in state government by supporting employees' continuous growth and wellness.

Why does the job exist?

The Office of Peer Recovery and Engagement Coordinator will:

• Provide formalized peer support and practical assistance to people who have or are receiving services to help regain control over their lives in their own unique recovery process;
• Increase the behavioral health peer workforce that include employment at an array of agencies throughout NM such as behavioral health providers in hospitals, with Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), fire departments, medical clinics, peer run wellness centers, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Centers, and many others;
• Serve on the Statewide Peer Support Steering Committee to ensure all CPSWs are represented and supported through statewide initiatives;
• Manage training programs including CEU offerings, and continually evolve and increase program standards and expectations.

How does it get done?

Office of Peer Recovery and Engagement Coordinator Manager is responsible for:

• Scheduling and coordinate all training activities for OPRE;
• Responding to inquires from people about the CPSW training and other OPRE resources;
• Reviewing CPSW training applications and communicate training program eligibility and acceptance;
• Preparing and delivering required documentation to individuals who successfully complete the CPSW training, in preparation for the examination;
• Assisting program manager with all aspects of the OPRE program that include new program initiatives;
• Lending administrative support to the OPRE team on other program initiatives around other types of training and professional development.

Who are the customers?

• The Heath Care Authority (HCA);
• The Behavioral Health Services Division (BHSD);
• The Citizens of New Mexico.

Ideal Candidate

The Ideal Candidate has:

• NM certification as a peer support worker in good standing;
• Strong customer service skills such as good communication; empathy and compassion;
• The ability to work independently in a fast paced setting and able to meet strict deadlines;
• The ability to work creatively within the OPRE team to develop and expand relevant training that prepares peers with work readiness tools, and enhances professional development;
• Familiarity with Microsoft Suite 365 and able to create reports utilizing various Microsoft Suite software.

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in any field and two (2) years of experience in training, staff development, designing courses, and/or producing instructional aids/materials. Substitutions Apply. See Substitution Table below.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 6 years of experience 2 Associate's degree AND 4 years of experience 3 Bachelor's degree AND 2 years of experience 4 Master's degree or higher AND 0 years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.

• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of "semester hours" in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Some travel may be required. Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

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Agency Contact Information: Brenda Trujillo (505) 476-5664. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.