ACT peer support

Copa Health • Peoria, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Copa Health is seeking a Full-Time dedicated Peer Support Specialist for the Assertive Clinical Treatment Team. This role involves providing direct treatment, rehabilitative, and supportive services in a community setting to an assigned member caseload. The Peer Support Specialist will coordinate services with other clinical team members, share their recovery experience and knowledge of the behavioral health system and community resources to promote recovery and self-improvement for individuals, their families, and significant others.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older
• Requires a High School Diploma, or GED
• 1-4 years of behavioral health experience
• An Associates degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience in a behavioral health setting
• A Bachelors degree plus 1 year of relevant experience in behavioral health
• Peer Certification required upon hire or within 30 days of starting.
• Must have a fingerprint clearance card issued by the AZ Department of Public Safety or eligible to receive one within eight (8) weeks of hire
• AZ valid Driver’s License, vehicle with state minimum insurance coverage and able to meet Copa Health company driving requirements and safety sensitive requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working as a Peer Support Specialist is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing assessment and feedback as to their progress in relation to their service plan, regardless of the consumer’s current location.
• Meets with members in the community in accordance with established policies and procedures and clinical protocols to provide supportive counseling skill development and other support services as needed.
• Works with the assigned members of the ACT l team to ensure the timely development and implementation of the individual’s service plan (including all necessary assessments) and their crisis plan.
• Facilitates groups appropriate to scope, experience and training.
• Assists members and families in accessing additional needed services and obtaining entitlements, including identification of funding services.
• Responsible for transporting members to necessary services, as outlined in their service plan, as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Personalized Health Coverage – Receive a monthly, tax-free contribution to select the medical plan that works best for you, with guidance and support through our ICHRA program
• Dental and Vision Coverage to complement your health plan
• Generous PTO – up to 3 weeks in your first year, plus an additional wellness day to recharge
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Wellness Program, including access to mental health resources
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 to invest in your growth and career advancement
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to fit your needs
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for your future
• Employee Assistance Program with free coaching and therapy sessions
• Additional benefits including life insurance, disability coverage, pet insurance, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED