Continuing Care Peer
About The Position
The Continuing Care Peer is an individual with lived experience in recovery who provides community-based outreach, support, navigation, and care coordination for people experiencing behavioral health challenges, substance use, homelessness, or crisis situations. The position provides peer support, outreach, care planning, and resource linkage onsite and in the community. The Continuing Care Peer supports individuals during deflection encounters, sobering services, and transitions to appropriate levels of care, while ensuring follow-up, advocacy, and continuity of services. Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare organization offering a full continuum of care and a variety of programs across Arizona, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Oregon, and the District of Columbia. Founded in 1982 as a nonprofit by members of the recovery community in Mesa, Arizona, CBI’s principal mission has been “maintaining the dignity of human life.” CBI describes its facilities as state-of-the-art and follows a “no wrong door” treatment approach. The organization highlights professional growth through ongoing training and support, leadership commitment to professional development, work-life balance, a competitive compensation structure, and growth opportunities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health challenges.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing.
- Clear 39-month motor vehicle record.
- Peer Support Specialist certification from the Oregon Health Authority, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in outreach, peer support, homeless services, or behavioral health.
Responsibilities
- Provide community-based outreach, support, navigation, and care coordination for individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges, substance use, homelessness, or crisis situations.
- Provide peer support, outreach, and care planning onsite and in the community.
- Link individuals with resources.
- Support individuals during deflection encounters, sobering services, and transitions to appropriate levels of care.
- Ensure follow-up, advocacy, and continuity of services.
Benefits
- Five-week PTO plan.
- Ongoing training and support.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Work-life balance.
- Competitive compensation structure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
