Peer Support Specialist (7792)

Terros Health•Tempe, AZ

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis providing living skills training, personal assistance, and peer and family support. This is a Full-Time position with 40 hours/week, located in Tempe. Additional Language Differential Pay is available. We offer a Full Benefits Package, including 401K, and generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1). Pay starts at $16/hour DOE. Under the Agency’s policies and professional requirements, this role participates as a member of an interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness, or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment. As a Peer Support Specialist, you will mentor and provide recovery-based coaching for SMI clients related to their health and wellness goals. This individual also assists in developing plans and tools to create and maintain healthy living. The focus is 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. Terros Health has been recognized as one of the 'Most Admired Companies of 2020, 2022 & 2023' by AZ Big Media.

Requirements

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 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 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 pass a TB test, background check, and other pre-employment screenings
Good interpersonal and communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions

Nice To Haves

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, 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.
Understands and utilizes a recovery approach and philosophy.
Exemplifies great customer service and motivational skills.
Works on a computer and tablet in Microsoft Office, with electronic medical records and in NextGen.

Benefits

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 Differential Pay Available