Recovery Support Specialist

Certified Peer Support SpecialistCommunity Bridges Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare organization offering a full continuum of care including variety of programs throughout Arizona Oklahoma and District of Columbia. Founded in 1982 as a non-profit organization by members of the recovery community in Mesa Arizona Community Bridges Inc. has held as its principle mission maintaining the dignity of human life for more than 40 District of Columbia Stabilization and Sobering Center (DCSSC) operated by Community Bridges Inc. (CBI) will offer immediate 24 hours/day 365 days/year no cost low barrier access to Crisis SUD services for individuals 18 years of age and older regardless of gender insurance and citizenship status. The DCSSC will provide individuals experiencing an SUD crisis with person-centered and a recovery-oriented alternative to unnecessary encounters at emergency departments or interactions with law enforcement. The DCSSC will ensure those individuals seeking or referred for services will receive an integrated and comprehensive care to address their specific needs in a supportive clinical and recovery-oriented environment. CBI will hire pursuant to the DC EEO SummaryThe Certified Peer Specialist is an individual who has lived experience in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders. The Certified Peer Specialist 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. This position 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 patients case and ensuring that family and other social supports identified in the patients treatment plan are involved in the discharge planning 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 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 has 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 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 know life happens thats why we all start with a 5-week PTO plan as well as a wide range of unique benefits!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 Rate: $21/HR - $27.77/HR