Peer Support Specialist - Rio Fresco Shelter

Community Bridges • Phoenix, 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. Its programs serve people experiencing crisis, opioid use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness.

The Peer Support Specialist assigned to PCMH/OTP Community-Based Services provides one-on-one support and day-to-day problem-solving assistance related to normalization and reintegration into the community. The specialist uses assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer-support best practices to engage members in the community and at the facility. The role 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, ongoing training, employee support, and professional growth. The organization operates 26 state-of-the-art facilities and uses a “no wrong door” treatment approach.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Addiction and Substance Use Disorders certification.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Generous paid time off accrual, starting with a five-week plan.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Supplemental plans, including hospital indemnity and critical illness coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• Dependent care savings plan.
• Health care savings plan.
• 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