Peer Support Specialist - Rio Fresco Shelter

Peer Support Specialist at Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) provides one-on-one support to individuals experiencing crisis, opioid use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness, utilizing best practices of assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer support. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, six months of experience in Behavioral Health and/or Substance Abuse, and certification as a Peer Support Specialist.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in Behavioral Health and/or Substance Abuse field required
• Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders required
• Current AZ Driver’s License (Valid and in good standing)
• Clear 39-month Motor Vehicle Record
• Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or able to obtain a CPSS certification within 90 days (3 months) of hire
• Addiction and Substance Use Disorders certification preferred
• Must have Fingerprint Clearance Card

Benefits

• Generous PTO accrual
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Disability
• Life
• Supplemental plans
• Hospital indemnity/Critical Illness
• Pet Insurance
• Dependent Care Savings
• Health Care Savings
• 401K with employer match
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs
• incentives