Recovery Support Specialist

Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI) is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency operating in Arizona, Oklahoma, and the District of Columbia. CBI will hire pursuant to the DC EEO provisions. Job Summary The 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. The role assists in the transition to the most appropriate level of care, coordinates care with all parties involved, and ensures that family and other social supports are involved in discharge planning. Responsibilities Providing peer support, promoting recovery-oriented planning, coordinating transitions, and facilitating involvement of family/social supports. Skills & Requirements High school diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or higher preferred. Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders. Healthcare-related experience providing exposure to both behavioral and medical crisis situations preferred. Hourly Rate $21/hr – $27.77/hr. Benefits 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). Generous PTO accrual. Wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship Programs. Incentives and additional benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr