Peer Support Specialist
Company: Community Bridges Inc
Location: Tucson
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Peer Support Specialist Community Bridges, Inc. (CB I) is an
integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering a variety of
different programs throughout Arizona. CBI provides residential,
outpatient, inpatient, physical health, medication-assisted
treatment, and crisis services to individuals experiencing,
substance use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness. CBI is
the premiere non-profit fully integrated healthcare provider of
both behavioral health and mental health programs in Arizona,
including prevention, education and treatment using cutting-edge,
nationally recognized, evidence-based models. Job Summary The 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 along with the likelihood of continued care once
discharged. The PSS also assists in the transition to the most
appropriate level of care available in conjunction with the
established treatment team, which includes ensuring coordination of
care with all parties who are currently involved in the patient’s
case and ensuring that family and other social supports identified
in the patient’s treatment plan are involved in the discharge
planning process. The PSS works in conjunction as part of a
multi-disciplinary team made up of a Registered Nurse (RN), Patient
Care Technician (PCT), and Behavioral Health Clinician (BHC) and
supervisory and administrative supports. Skills/Requirements
Highschool diploma or GED required. Associate Degree or higher
preferred. Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use
and/or mental health disorders required. Health Care related
experience where his or her prior experience would provide adequate
exposure to both behavioral and medical crisis situations preferred
but not required. Valid identification required. Possesses a
Certified Peer Support Specialist certification (for Screening and
Assessment programs only) CBI Offers an excellent benefits package!
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! Reimbursement options for Licensure Very
Competitive pay rates CBI is growing and expanding our services! We
are experiencing tremendous growth currently. As an essential
service provider, we value all our employees and their careers.
*For the past four years, The Phoenix Business Journal has
recognized CBI as one of the top ten healthiest mid-size employers
in the Valley! * CBI Values your Career and have lots of growth
opportunities! Our staff experience tremendous professional growth
through ongoing training and support. Our team is supported by
strong and competent leadership. The leadership at CBI is committed
to ongoing professional development for their staff. Come join our
team of passionate individuals who are serious about making a
difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we
serve. About our Culture, commitment to employees! We are looking
for driven and compassionate individuals that thrive in an upbeat
and safe working environment. We dedicate a lot of thought and
effort into work life balance as well as our competitive
composition structure. We know life happens, that’s why we all
start with a 5-week PTO plan as well as a wide range of unique
benefits! Our Facilities. Our locations are all state-of-the-art
facilities that provide top notch integrated care. We are proud to
adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach that allows our
staff to dramatically improve the quality of life for the patients
in their care. CBI treats patients from all different walks of life
and believes in maintaining the dignity of human life. Recovery is
possible!
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