Peer Support Specialist - Oak (8607)

Terros Health•Phoenix, AZ

8d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

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. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for a Peer Support Specialist to join our team of caring professionals in our Oak Recovery Clinic.

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.
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 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

Professional experience in nutrition, fitness and/or physical health preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitating various family group activities that support and strengthen the member and their families assisting them in their recovery.
Encouraging, assisting and supporting the family in expressing their perspective throughout the processes of assessment, service planning and service delivery while maintaining a focus on the recovery and resiliency.
Create and facilitate a variety of family group activities that support and strengthen a family’s journey of recovery.
Promoting community integration, independence and self-sufficiency.
Maintaining accurate and thorough documentation of member engagements.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package
401K
Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)
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 (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
Paid Sick Time
10 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including: Scholarships, Clinical supervision, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
Trip Reduction Program
Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships, Car rentals, Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more