Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering a variety of different 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 Peer Support Specialists (PSS) assigned to PCMH/OTP Community‑Based Services will perform one‑on‑one support needs and provide support for day‑to‑day problem‑solving related to normalization and reintegration into the community. The PSS utilizes best practices of assertive engagement, harm reduction, and peer support when engaging with members in the community and the facility. The PSS embraces the recovery philosophy and promotes a safe and inclusive recovery environment for clients.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders required.
• Current Arizona Driver’s License (valid and in good standing).
• Clear 39‑month motor vehicle record.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or ability to obtain a CPSS certification within 90 days (3 months) of hire.
• Addiction and Substance Use Disorders certification preferred.
• Must have a fingerprint 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.
• 401(k) with employer match – 100% vested upon enrollment.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs.
• Competitive pay rates.

• We are experiencing tremendous growth and value all our employees and their careers in the clinical field.
• The Phoenix Business Journal has recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid‑size employers in the Valley for the past four years.
• Our staff experience professional growth through ongoing training and support.
• We offer a 5‑week PTO plan and a wide range of unique benefits, supporting work‑life balance.

Our 26 locations provide state‑of‑the‑art integrated care and adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach that dramatically improves the quality of life for patients.

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