Community-Based Peer Support Specialist: Recovery Advocate

Community Bridges Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks PTO

Hospital indemnity

Pet Insurance

Dependent Care Savings

Health Care Savings

401K with employer match

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship

Job summary

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) seeks a Peer Support Specialist to assist clients in PCMH/OTP Community-Based Services, focusing on one-on-one support, problem-solving, and community reintegration.

You will apply recovery and harm-reduction principles to foster a safe, inclusive recovery environment. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6+ months in behavioral health or substance use, recovery from a related condition, and a valid AZ driver's license with a clean 39-month MVR.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months’ experience in Behavioral Health or Substance Abuse.
• Minimum 6 months recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• Valid AZ Driver's License in good standing.
• Clear 39-month Motor Vehicle Record.
• CPSS certification or able to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Addiction and Substance Use Disorders certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support and help with day-to-day problem-solving to support reintegration into the community.
• Use assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer support while engaging with clients in community and facility settings.
• Promote recovery-oriented, inclusive environments for clients.

Skills

Behavioral Health experience

Substance Abuse experience

Recovery from substance use or mental

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

CPSS certification or ability to obtain within 90 days

AZ Driver's License

Clear 39-month Motor Vehicle Record

Addiction/Substance Use Disorder certification preferred

Job description

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) seeks a Peer Support Specialist to assist clients in PCMH/OTP Community-Based Services, focusing on one-on-one support, problem-solving, and community reintegration.

You will apply recovery and harm-reduction principles to foster a safe, inclusive recovery environment. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 6+ months in behavioral health or substance use, recovery from a related condition, and a valid AZ driver's license with a clean 39-month MVR.