Peer Support Specialist

Community Bridges • Payson, AZ

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About The Position

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency providing residential, outpatient, inpatient, patient-centered medical home, medication-assisted treatment, and crisis services throughout Arizona. The agency serves people experiencing crisis, opioid use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness, and uses evidence-based models for prevention, education, and treatment.

Peer Support Specialists assigned to PCMH/OTP Community-Based Services provide one-on-one support and help members with day-to-day problem-solving related to normalization and reintegration into the community. They use assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer support practices while engaging members in the community and at the facility. The specialist embraces the recovery philosophy and promotes a safe, inclusive recovery environment for clients.

CBI describes its work environment as upbeat and safe, with an emphasis on work-life balance, employee support, professional growth, and ongoing training. The organization operates 26 state-of-the-art facilities and follows a “no wrong door” treatment approach. This position offers a competitive pay rate and a broad benefits package.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• At least six months of experience in the behavioral health and/or substance abuse field.
• Current Arizona driver’s license in good standing.
• Clear 39-month motor vehicle record.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), or ability to obtain CPSS certification within 90 days (three months) of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Addiction and Substance Use Disorders certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to members.
• Help members with day-to-day problem-solving related to normalization and reintegration into the community.
• Use assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer support practices to engage members in the community and at the facility.
• Embrace the recovery philosophy and promote a safe, inclusive recovery environment for clients.

Benefits

• Five weeks of PTO accrual.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Supplemental plans, including hospital indemnity and critical illness coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Dependent Care Savings.
• Health Care Savings.
• 401(k) with employer match; 100% vested upon enrollment.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs.
• Incentives.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Professional growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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