Peer Outreach Manager

Community Bridges, INC•Washington, DC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering a variety of different programs throughout Arizona, Oklahoma and District of Columbia. Founded in 1982 as a non-profit organization, CBI's principle mission is “maintaining the dignity of human life” for more than 40 years. The District of Columbia Stabilization Center (DCSC), operated by CBI, will offer immediate, 24 hours/day, 365 days/year, no cost, low barrier access to Crisis SUD services for individuals 18 years of age and older, regardless of gender, insurance, and citizenship status. The DCSC will provide individuals experiencing an SUD crisis with person-centered and a recovery-oriented alternative to unnecessary encounters at emergency departments or interactions with law enforcement. The DCSC will ensure those individuals seeking or referred for services will receive an integrated and comprehensive care to address their specific needs in a supportive clinical and recovery-oriented environment. CBI will hire pursuant to the DC EEO provisions. The Peer Outreach Manager will lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of outreach activities at the Peer Operated Center for individuals with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Stimulant Use Disorder (STUD). This role is central to connecting individuals and families to behavioral health services, supporting peer-led recovery efforts, and ensuring program deliverables are met in alignment with grant requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an outreach, peer support, or behavioral health services role required
Minimum of two (2) years of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders required

Nice To Haves

Associates degree or higher preferred
Experience supervising or coordinating peer support staff is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of outreach activities at the Peer Operated Center for individuals with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Stimulant Use Disorder (STUD)
Connect individuals and families to behavioral health services
Support peer-led recovery efforts
Ensure program deliverables are met in alignment with grant requirements