Employment Specialist

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Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering a variety of programs throughout Arizona. CBI provides residential, outpatient, inpatient, patient‑centered medical homes, medication‑assisted treatment, and crisis services to individuals experiencing crisis, opioid use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness.

The Employment Specialist provides work‑related services, including assessment, job readiness training, and skills building with patients. This position spends at least 80% of its time working in the community with employers, community colleges, skills centers, probation and the criminal justice system. The specialist also follows up with each client after employment is obtained to ensure ongoing supports sustain active and meaningful employment.

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate’s degree in behavioral health or medical field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in behavioral health or medical field.
• Lived experience in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders, homelessness, family members and veterans preferred.
• Current AZ Driver’s License in good standing.
• Clear 39‑month Motor Vehicle Record.
• Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) in accordance with A.A.C. R9‑10‑101.33 and CBI Clinical Policies and Procedures.
• Peer Certification (if applicable).
• Fingerprint Clearance Card.

• Generous PTO accrual (5 weeks).
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, supplemental plans.
• Hospital indemnity / Critical Illness, pet insurance, dependent care savings, health‑care savings.
• 401K with employer match – 100% vested upon enrollment.
• Wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs, incentives, and more.
• Very competitive pay rates.

CBI is the premiere non‑profit fully integrated healthcare provider of substance use and behavioral health programs in Arizona, delivering prevention, education and treatment using nationally recognized evidence‑based models. CBI has earned recognition as one of the top ten healthiest mid‑size employers in the Valley and values employee growth through ongoing training, strong leadership, competitive compensation and a culture that supports work‑life balance.