Recovery-Focused Peer Support Specialist

BRIDGES Community Treatment Services, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

BRIDGES Community Treatment Services, Inc. seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist to deliver recovery-oriented behavioral health services across our Los Angeles programs.

You will use your lived experience to inspire hope, provide individual and group supports, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in clinic and community settings.

This role requires CA CPSS certification within the agency’s timelines and ongoing fieldwork throughout Los Angeles County.

Qualifications

• Current CPSS certification preferred.
• Willing to obtain CPSS certification if not yet certified.
• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support services using recovery-oriented approaches.
• Assist clients in accessing community resources and supports.
• Document services and maintain electronic health records.
• Lead and participate in group facilitation and outreach activities.

Skills

Lived experience

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Community engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

BRIDGES Community Treatment Services, Inc. seeks a Certified Peer Support Specialist to deliver recovery-oriented behavioral health services across our Los Angeles programs.

You will use your lived experience to inspire hope, provide individual and group supports, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in clinic and community settings.

This role requires CA CPSS certification within the agency’s timelines and ongoing fieldwork throughout Los Angeles County.