Behavioral Health Technician/Peer Support Specialist

Axiom Care•Phoenix, AZ

32d

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 - Overnights and weekends 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. Why Join Axiom Care? Benefits: We take care of our team so you can take care of others. Enjoy medical and dental coverage through Banner|Aetna, vision insurance through EyeMed, a 401(k) with employer match through Principal, tuition reimbursement, generous PTO and sick time, and eight paid holidays—plus added perks like life insurance and wellness benefits. About Axiom Care At Axiom Care, we pride ourselves on offering a real path to recovery from addiction to underserved populations such as those with low incomes and the prison re-entry population. We achieve this by offering multiple levels of care along with medical services, evidence-based professional counseling, case management, housing, employment assistance, and more throughout the Phoenix metro area. Navajo Nation Preference: Preference is given to qualified Navajo Nation and Native American Applicants in accordance with Title 15 N.N.C. Chapter 7.

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

Nice To Haves

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

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.