Peer Support Specialist - Fillmore Apartments
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. Terros Health and Lifewell have joined forces to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING. This is a Full-Time position with 40 hours/week, located in Phoenix, AZ. Additional Language Differential Pay is available. A Full Benefits Package, including 401K, is offered, along with generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1). Pay starts at $17/hour DOE.
Requirements
- Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED.
- 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 have first-hand experience with family members with serious mental illness and/or chronic disease.
- Valid AZ Driver License.
- Must be 21 years of age with a minimum of 4 years of driving experience.
- 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 TB test, background check, and other pre-employment screenings.
Nice To Haves
- Additional Language Differential Pay Available
Responsibilities
- Provide supportive services to members in a community setting.
- Facilitate recovery-based services by sharing personal experiences (past or present).
- Provide living skills training, personal assistance, and peer and family support.
- Assist members with care coordination and accessing additional community supports.
- Promote community integration, independence, and self-sufficiency.
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of member engagements.
Benefits
- Full Benefits Package
- 401K plan with company match
- 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
- 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
- Trip Reduction Program
- Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities
- Scholarships
- Clinical supervision
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
- Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships, Car rentals, Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
