Peer Support Specialist

Community Bridges, INC • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering programs throughout Arizona, including residential, outpatient, inpatient, patient-centered medical home, medication-assisted treatment, and crisis services. It serves people experiencing crisis, opioid use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness, using 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 address day-to-day problems related to normalization and reintegration into the community. They use assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer support practices to engage members in the community and at the facility. The role embraces a recovery philosophy and promotes a safe, inclusive recovery environment.

CBI describes its environment as upbeat and safe, with a focus on work-life balance, ongoing training, employee support, and professional growth. Its facilities provide integrated care and follow a “no wrong door” treatment approach.

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, valid and 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.
• Support 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.
• Promote a safe and inclusive recovery environment and embrace the recovery philosophy.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off accrual, described as five weeks.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and supplemental insurance plans.
• Hospital indemnity and critical illness coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Dependent care savings and health care savings plans.
• 401(k) with employer match; 100% vested upon enrollment.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs.
• Incentives.
• Ongoing training and support and opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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