ACT Peer Support Specialist (8894)

Terros Health•Phoenix, AZ

11d•$19 - $21•Hybrid

About The Position

Terros Health is seeking an ACT Peer Support Specialist for our 23rd Ave Recovery Health Center in Phoenix, AZ. This role is crucial for our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, where peer support members utilize their personal experiences to benefit patients and build positive relationships. The ideal candidate will be professional, friendly, a self-starter, organized, and compassionate. Terros Health is committed to whole-person health through an integrated care delivery system, focusing on physical health, mental health, and substance use care. We offer an additional $3/hour ACT differential pay. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 10 am - 7:00 pm, with mandatory 80% travel in the field and 20% in the facility. Mileage reimbursement is available. A Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Health is preferred but not required. State Peer Support Certification is required, and we can assist in obtaining it upon hire. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus and may qualify for additional language differential pay. The schedule must be very flexible as the team provides treatment 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

GED/high school diploma with a minimum of 3 years of behavioral health experience, or An associates degree in the field of behavioral, or A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, or A bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral health, or A master's degree or higher in the field of behavioral health.
Peer Support Certification (Required)
Behavioral Health recipient in recovery for at least 1 – 3 years and/or first-hand experience with family members with serious mental illness and/or chronic disease
Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.
Must have a valid, unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for one within 7 working days of employment.
Must understand and utilize a recovery approach and philosophy.
Exemplify great customer service and motivational skills.
Good communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions.
Must be able to work on a computer and tablet in Microsoft Office, with electronic medical records and in NextGen.
Provide services in a clinical setting and in the community, as well as weekend and holiday coverage.
Must pass a typing assessment with a speed of at least 25 wpm.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Health preferred (not required)
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Three years working as a Peer Support Specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services in a community setting to clients served on the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team.
Work as a team member of an ACT clinical team to assess client needs and wants, participate in the development of individual service plans, act as a client advocate and liaison with families and community agencies.
Serve as the team’s lead client advocate and mentor.
Be a self-disclosed mental health member and is willing to provide a client’s perspective of the team’s service provision.
Be a liaison between multiple parties.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families
Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
Vision insurance
Group life and disability insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Interest-free medical line of credit
Financial education, planning, and support resources
Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
Bilingual pay differential
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
Paid Sick Time
10 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
Trip Reduction Program
Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including: Scholarships, Clinical supervision, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships, Car rentals, Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more