Behavioral Health Technician/Peer Support Specialist

Axiom Care•Phoenix, AZ

80d•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician/Peer Support Specialist works closely with the entire treatment team to provide high quality services to the clients we serve at Axiom Care. Those in this role provide direct services including psychoeducational group counseling, conduct biopsychosocial assessments and other assessments, safety planning and crisis intervention as needed, relapse prevention planning, discharge planning, and other therapeutic interventions within their scope. Indirect service includes attending clinical oversight, staffing, other meetings as needed, and completing all clinical documentation by the end of each shift. Currently Hiring - Full-time Overnight Shifts: Sunday - Wednesday and Wednesday - Sunday.

Requirements

Demonstrate strong active listening skills to ensure people feel heard.
Identifying needs and recovery goals
Lessening feelings of isolation
Proficient in computer applications and electronic medical record systems
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones, and other professionals.
Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.
Ability to write business correspondence, and analyze policies and procedures
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Working knowledge of twelve step programs of recovery
Understanding, training, and application of evidence-based practices
Strict adherence to ethical treatment standards
Strong time management skills
Experience in working with diverse populations and socioeconomic backgrounds, an understanding of Native America Reservation dynamic preferred.
Experience in working with Native American population preferred.
Current and valid Peer Support Certification (Required)
Minimum of one year of clinical experience with the AHCCCS insured population, justice involved adults, chronically underhoused individuals, and adult substance use treatment
Experience with group facilitation
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Counseling, Counseling or relative field, from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
Two years of experience working in behavioral health or substance abuse field preferred.
Lived experience and at least 1 year in recovery
Understand Substance Use Disorders: Recognize complex context of substance abuse
Application to Practice: Familiar with medical and pharmacological resources and DSM-5
Diversity: Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce
Cultural Competence: Cultivates opportunities through diverse people; respects and relates well to people from varied backgrounds, understands diverse worldviews, and is sensitive to group differences; sees diversity as an opportunity, challenges bias and intolerance
Group Facilitation: Understand and work with process and content. Facilitate group growth and group theory. Describe, select, and use appropriate strategies
Documentation: Write comprehensive, clear psychosocial narrative and Knowledge of regulations. Prepare accurate, concise notes and record client progress in relation to treatment goals

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Native America Reservation dynamic
Experience in working with Native American population
Two years of experience working in behavioral health or substance abuse field

Responsibilities

Provide ongoing encouragement, validation, and support to clients to aid them in working toward their individualized recovery goals.
Complete Biopsychosocial assessment, Patient Centered Assessment Method, and Relapse Prevention Plan as well as any other necessary paperwork upon admission.
Facilitate psychoeducational groups.
Facilitate discharge planning, make appropriate referrals, complete all discharge paperwork on the day of discharge, and arrange transportation.
Intervene with de-escalation, AMA blocking, safety planning, and emergency response protocol to crisis situations.
Utilize CBT, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, trauma informed care and other evidenced based techniques within scope to help clients achieve their treatment goals.
Educate clients on harm reduction strategies.
Collaborate with all other departments to assess client progress, needs, and barriers.
Always maintain strict adherence to all ethical standards and legal requirements.
Challenge individuals to explore their strengths and overcome obstacles.
Secure client information per HIPAA and CFR42 part 2 standards
Attend mandatory clinical supervision twice per month.
Attend mandatory treatment team staffing daily or other meetings as requested.
Perform other related tasks and projects as assigned by management.
As part of Axiom Care’s commitment to Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS), this position supports efforts to provide inclusive and accessible translation services for clients. Responsibilities may include participating in CLAS-related training, supporting language access initiatives, and promoting cultural sensitivity in day-to-day operations.