Outreach Specialist

Community Bridges • Tucson, AZ

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The State Opioid Response (SOR) Program provides support and services to individuals in the community that are struggling with opioid dependency or stimulant use disorder by creating increased access to services while focusing on the prevention from sustained use. An Outreach Specialist is an individual who is in recovery from AOD use and/or GMH for an appropriate period (greater than or equal to 1 year) and has at least 90 days experience as a Peer Support Specialist. The Outreach Specialist will complete outreach in the Pima county community, work with agencies within law enforcement and the judicial system to identify those who need services. Outreach Specialists will utilize the shelter systems for all who are interested in obtaining safe and permanent housing/placement. Outreach Specialists will also assist in connecting participants to recovery services. The Outreach Specialist works as part of a multi-disciplinary team including specialty positions through the CBI continuum, such as, Patient Care Techs, Registered Nurses, Counselors, and Clinical Leads. The Outreach Specialist serves as a nexus, coordinating care with community providers and stakeholders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be in recovery from Alcohol or Drugs and/or GMH for equal to or greater than 1 consecutive year.
• At least 90 days experience as a Peer Support Specialist.
• Current AZ Driver’s license in good standing.
• Clear 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree (or higher) in a field related to Behavioral Health is preferred.
• 1-3 years of full-time Health Care related work experience where his or her prior experience would provide adequate exposure to both behavioral and medical crisis situations is preferred but not required.
• Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) in accordance with A.A.C. R9-10-101.33 and CBI Clinical Policies and Procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete outreach in the Pima county community.
• Work with agencies within law enforcement and the judicial system to identify those who need services.
• Utilize the shelter systems for all who are interested in obtaining safe and permanent housing/placement.
• Assist in connecting participants to recovery services.
• Coordinate care with community providers and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Generous PTO accrual (5 weeks!)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, Supplemental plans
• Hospital indemnity/ Critical Illness
• Pet Insurance
• Dependent Care Savings
• Health Care Savings
• 401K with employer match - 100% vested upon enrollment
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs
• Incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED