Peer Support Specialist - Oak (7809)
About The Position
We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for a Peer Support Specialist to join our team of caring professionals at our Oak Recovery Health Center in Phoenix, AZ. Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING
Requirements
- Must have a High School Diploma/GED and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health employment experience.
- Peer Employment Training and Arizona State Peer Certification.
- Self-Identify as a 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 pass DCS Central Registry check without any disqualifying events.
- Valid AZ Driver License.
- 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 Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card or be able to apply for one within 7 working days of starting employment.
- Must understand and utilize a recovery approach and philosophy.
- Exemplify great customer service and motivational skills.
- Good interpersonal and 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.
- Must pass a typing assessment with a speed of at least 25 wpm.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus (Additional Language Differential Pay Available)
- Professional experience in nutrition, fitness and/or physical health preferred.
Responsibilities
- Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment.
- Mentors and provides recovery-based coaching for SMI clients related to their health and wellness goals.
- Assists in developing plans and tools to create and maintain healthy living.
- Focuses on members pursuing goals through direct 1:1 and group coaching on health and wellness topics such as tobacco cessation, healthy diet and nutrition, health management, and supporting healthy interpersonal relationships.
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package, including 401K
- Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)
- 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
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
