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SCO Family of Services

YOUTH PEER ADVOCATE

Dix Hills, NY · On-site

$18/hr

... Peer Bridger assist RTF youth with transitioning to community or lower levels of care Attend meetings and conferences when assigned representing the youth voice in Meetings Provide support and ...

SCO Family of Services

YOUTH PEER ADVOCATE

Dix Hills, NY · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

... Peer Bridger - assist RTF youth with transitioning to community or lower levels of care Attend meetings and conferences when assigned representing the youth voice in Meetings Provide support and ...

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Peer Advocate Bridger - 4104-207-N

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

The Peer Advocate develops and maintains relationships with clients, who have disabilities or social conditions. The Peer Advocate provides a non-threatening environment which promotes psychosocial ...

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Peer Advocate Bridger - 4104-207-N

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $23.25/hr

The Peer Advocate develops and maintains relationships with clients, who have disabilities or social conditions. The Peer Advocate provides a non-threatening environment which promotes psychosocial ...

FMS Aerospace

Design Engineer, Sr Level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Create and conduct peer review of engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical ... Bridger Aerospace has grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack ...

FMS Aerospace

Design Engineer, Sr Level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Create and conduct peer review of engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical ... Bridger Aerospace has grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack ...

FMS Aerospace

Design Engineer, Sr Level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Create and conduct peer review of engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical ... Bridger Aerospace has grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack ...

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Design Engineer, Sr Level

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Create and conduct peer review of engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical ... Bridger Aerospace has grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack ...

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How much do peer bridger jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for peer bridger in the United States is $20.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a peer bridger?

Peer Bridgers are individuals with lived experience of mental health or substance use challenges who provide support to others transitioning from inpatient or institutional care back into the community. They use their own recovery journey to offer guidance, encouragement, and practical assistance, helping peers navigate services and build connections. Peer Bridgers play a crucial role in reducing isolation, promoting recovery, and improving outcomes for individuals re-entering the community.

What does a peer bridger do?

As a Peer Bridger, you play a vital role in helping individuals move from inpatient mental health settings back to their communities. Your work often involves providing emotional support, sharing personal recovery experiences, and assisting clients in connecting with local resources such as housing, employment, or outpatient services. You'll collaborate closely with clinical teams, case managers, and community partners to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of care. This supportive, relationship-based approach helps reduce hospital readmissions and empowers clients to achieve greater independence.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a peer bridger, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Peer Bridger, you need lived experience with mental health or substance use challenges, knowledge of recovery principles, and typically certification as a peer support specialist. Familiarity with electronic documentation systems and local community resources is often required. Exceptional active listening, empathy, and the ability to establish trust help Peer Bridgers connect with and support individuals transitioning from inpatient to community care. These skills ensure effective advocacy, peer empowerment, and successful reintegration for those they support.

What is the difference between Peer Bridger vs Peer Support Specialist?

AspectPeer BridgerPeer Support Specialist
Required CredentialsCertification in peer support or related trainingCertification in peer support or mental health support
Work EnvironmentCommunity programs, mental health facilitiesHealthcare settings, community organizations
Employer & Industry UsageBehavioral health, social servicesMental health, addiction recovery
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in peer supportClarifying peer support roles and responsibilities

Peer Bridgers and Peer Support Specialists both work in mental health and social services, often sharing similar certifications and work environments. However, Peer Bridgers typically focus on connecting clients with resources and providing mentorship, while Peer Support Specialists often deliver direct mental health support and facilitate recovery programs. Both roles are vital in community-based mental health services, but their specific functions and employer settings can differ slightly.

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Peer Bridger/Mentor-(ESSHI) El Borinquen

Comunilife Inc

Bronx, NY • On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Comunilife is looking for Peer Bridge Mentors to fill open positions for their El Borinquen Residence Program in the Bronx. Assisting to promote recovery, re-housing, and coping skills among program participants by providing emotional support, companionship, and the benefit of their own experience with substance abuse, mental illness and/or homelessness, after undergoing peer mentor training.  The Peer Mentors assist program participants manage recovery issues by promoting mental and physical health, sobriety or harm reduction, self-care, medication compliance,  and in general, a better quality of life and independence.
 
Essential Duties
 
  • Assist with the outreach, engagement, and acculturation  of program participants struggling with issues of mental illness, homelessness, and substance abuse
  • Provide crisis intervention services and supportive counseling within capability and training to assist participants to reduce/eliminate self-destructive behaviors;
  • Assist in building up the esteem and self confidence of participants, by engaging them in activities of mutual interest, accompanying participants to view apartments, or to appointments to aide in obtaining entitlements
  • Encourage participants to learn about and access specialized and natural community support
  • Using Peer Mentor Training and other skills to assist participants to appreciate and attain better mental and physical health, sobriety or harm reduction, services to help them manage mental illness issues and strive to attain and maintain independent living.
  • Assist clients in teaching/learning activities of daily living skills. 
  • Peer Mentors will collaborate with case management staff on the needs of the client.
  • Conduct groups to promote socialization skills and promote recovery.
  • Documentation of interaction.
High School Diploma/GED; bilingual (Spanish and English) is preferred.  Personal experience in managing homelessness, substance abuse and/or mental illness.   Ability to form interpersonal relationships with others and to be able to influence and persuade others in positive activities.
 
Comunilife is an EEO employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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