ACT Housing Specialist (8420)
About The Position
Seeking an ACT Housing Specialist to join our interdisciplinary ACT clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment at our Priest Recovery Health Center in Tempe, AZ. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING. Additional Language Differential Pay Available. Full Benefits Package, including 401K. Primary hours at the site Mon-Fri 7:30AM - 6PM. Must have very flexible schedule as the team provides treatment 7 days/week, including weekends and holidays. Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1). IN ADDITION - YOU RECEIVE $3/hour ACT Differential, plus on-call stipend.
Requirements
- 3 years experience in the delivery of behavioral health, or Bachelor's in Behavioral Health or related field with 1 year of behavioral health experience, or Master's Degree in Behavioral Health field
- 3 years working as a housing specialist preferred - minimum of 1 year required
- Must have a good understanding of housing resources within Maricopa County
- Must be 21 years of age or older, with a valid Arizona driver’s license, and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy
- Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level 1) or apply for one within 7 working days of employment.
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred.
- Interpersonal skills which allow for professional and positive relationships with co-workers, members, families, and other community members.
- Must pass a TB test, background check, and other pre-employment screenings.
- Must pass a 25 wpm typing test.
Nice To Haves
- 3 years working as a housing specialist preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides direct treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services that support independent living in a community setting to members.
- Works in conjunction with the patient and ACT team staff to assess patient needs and wants, assist the patient in locating housing of their choice, assists in accessing affordable, safe, decent, and permanent housing.
- Supports patients in protecting their tenancy rights regardless of participation in ACT team services.
- Participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a patient advocate and liaisons with families and community agencies.
- Provides on-call crisis intervention services, as well as weekend and holiday coverage. (schedule flexibility required)
Benefits
- Multiple medical plans - including a no premium plan for employees and their families
- Multiple dental plans - including orthodontia
- Financial well-being - 401(k) with a company match, interest free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support
- 4 Weeks of paid time off in the first year
- Wellness program
- Pet Insurance
- Group life and disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program for the Whole Family
- Personal and family mental and physical health access
- Professional growth & development - including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs
- Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix
- Working Advantage - Employee perks and discounts
- Gym memberships
- Car rentals
- Flights, hotels, movies and more
- Additional language pay differential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
