Peer Support Specialist - South Mountain

Terros Health•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Terros Health is seeking a full-time Peer Support Specialist for its South Mountain Recovery Health Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The center provides affordable healthcare to special populations, including people diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI), people under Court Ordered Treatment, people experiencing homelessness, and people developing life and employment skills through the P.R.O.S.P.E.R. program. The role is part of an interdisciplinary team and supports members and their families through recovery-focused activities and services. The Peer Support Specialist uses personal experience to encourage members and families through treatment, conducts assessments and service planning and delivery, facilitates individual and group activities, and promotes community integration, independence, and self-sufficiency. The role requires accurate and timely documentation of member engagements. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 3540 E. Baseline Rd., Unit #150, Phoenix, AZ 85042. Travel is listed as up to 50%.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: a high school diploma or GED and at least six weeks of behavioral health employment experience; an associate degree in medical or behavioral health; a bachelor's degree outside behavioral health and one year of behavioral health experience; or a bachelor's degree in behavioral health.
Complete Peer Support Specialist Employment Training and hold Arizona State Peer Certification.
Self-identify as a behavioral health care recipient in recovery for at least 1–3 years and/or have firsthand experience with family members with serious mental illness and/or chronic disease.
Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Pass a typing assessment at a minimum of 25 words per minute.
Have a valid Arizona driver's license, be at least 21 years old, have at least four years of driving experience, and meet Terros Health's driving policy requirements.
Have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for a Level 1 card within seven working days of assuming the role.
Pass a TB test.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the NextGen Electronic Health Records system.
Bilingual ability in Spanish or American Sign Language (ASL).

Responsibilities

Use personal life experience to encourage and assist clients and their families throughout the treatment process.
Conduct assessments, service planning, and service delivery with a focus on recovery and resiliency.
Create and conduct group activities for clients and families.
Promote community integration, independence, and self-sufficiency.
Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of member engagements.

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, with three or more weeks in the first year.
Paid sick time.
Ten paid holidays annually.
Comprehensive wellness program with challenges, activities, and prizes.
Employee Assistance Program available to employees and their family members.
Trip Reduction Program.
Professional growth and career development opportunities, including scholarships, clinical supervision, and continuing education units.
Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University.
Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, including savings on gym memberships, car rentals, flights, hotels, and movie tickets.
Additional $1.50 per hour SMI differential.