Peer Support Specialist - Community Based Outreach

Community Bridges Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: 5 weeks

Hospital indemnity

Pet insurance

Dependent Care Savings

Health Savings

401(k) with employer match

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Licensure reimbursement

Competitive pay

Job summary

Community Bridges Inc. in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for community-based outreach. The role focuses on providing lived-experience support to clients, coordinating care across disciplines, and facilitating discharge planning with family and social supports.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with six months of recovery experience. Certification as a Peer Support Specialist is preferred for certain programs, and valid ID is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; an associate degree or higher is preferred.
• Minimum six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• Health-care related experience is preferred but not required.
• Valid identification required.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist certification may be required for certain programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support to individuals, families, and significant others in care transitions.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team members (RN, PCT, BHC) and involved supports.
• Engage family and social supports in discharge planning to promote recovery.

Skills

Recovery from SUD/MH disorders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher preferred

Job description

Peer Support Specialist - Community Based Outreach

Tucson, AZ, USA

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 7:00 AM

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering residential, outpatient, inpatient, physical health, medication‑assisted treatment, and crisis services to individuals experiencing substance use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness.

Job Summary

The Peer Support Specialist (PSS) provides experience, strength, and hope to individuals, their families and significant others presenting for care to minimize the emotional impact of treatment and increase the likelihood of recovery. The PSS assists in the transition to the most appropriate level of care, coordinates care with all parties, and involves family and social supports in discharge planning. The PSS works as part of a multi‑disciplinary team that includes a Registered Nurse (RN), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC), and supervisory and administrative supports.

Skills / Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Minimum six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• Health‑care related experience preferred but not required.
• Valid identification required.
• Possession of a Certified Peer Support Specialist certification (for Screening and Assessment programs only).

Benefits

• Generous PTO accrual (5 weeks).
• Hospital indemnity / Critical Illness insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Dependent Care Savings.
• Health Care Savings.
• 401(k) with employer match – 100% vested upon enrollment.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs.
• Licensure reimbursement options.
• Competitive pay rates.

CBI is recognized as one of the top ten healthiest mid‑size employers in the Valley by The Phoenix Business Journal.

CBI treats patients from all walks of life and believes in maintaining the dignity of human life. Recovery is possible.