ACT Employment Specialist

Copa Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3 weeks + wellness day

10 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000

403(b) retirement plan with company/eg

Employee Assistance Program with free—

Life insurance and disability coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

Copa Health seeks an ACT employment specialist to deliver direct treatment, rehabilitation, and supportive services in community settings. You will contribute to employment readiness, job development, and placement for ACT members as part of a clinical team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Rehabilitation Specialists and BHMP, on-call crisis support, and weekend/holiday coverage to ensure consistent member support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; four years of full-time direct care experience in behavioral health
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or a bachelor’s in a non-related field with one year experience
• One year of training or experience in vocational rehabilitation and support; job development or coaching experience preferred
• Must have Fingerprint Clearance Card or be eligible to obtain one within eight weeks; TB test clearance required

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized employment plans with members focusing on skill development, job readiness, and placement
• Provide vocational counseling, coaching, resume writing, interview prep, and workplace behavior guidance
• Establish and maintain partnerships with employers, training programs, and community organizations to create job opportunities
• Collaborate with ACT team to coordinate comprehensive care and support for members
• Meet with members in the community to provide supportive counseling and skill development
• Complete clinical documentation timely and meet engagement goals as defined by Copa Health

Skills

Empathy & Communication

Behavioral health knowledge

Job development experience

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent with experience

Tools

Fingerprint Clearance Card

TB Test clearance

AZ Driver’s License

Job description

Who We Are

At Copa Health, we are committed to People First, fostering a culture of compassion, innovation, and impact. We support individuals and families across Arizona through high-quality behavioral health and integrated care services while also investing in the growth and well-being of our team.

Why Join Copa Health?

At Copa Health, we prioritize the growth, well-being, and satisfaction of our team members. When you join our team, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Personalized Health Coverage – Receive a monthly, tax-free contribution to select the medical plan that works best for you, with guidance and support through our ICHRA program
• Dental and Vision Coverage to complement your health plan
• Generous PTO – up to 3 weeks in your first year, plus an additional wellness day to recharge
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Wellness Program, including access to mental health resources
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 to invest in your growth and career advancement
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to fit your needs
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match to help you plan for your future
• Employee Assistance Program with free coaching and therapy sessions
• Additional benefits including life insurance, disability coverage, pet insurance, and more

Starting pay $23 hourly DOE

Who We're looking for

The ACT employment specialist provides direct treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services in a community setting to ACT members. Provides direct job development services and employment support services to assist to obtain and maintain community-based employment. Works as a team member of a clinical team to assess member needs and wants, participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a member advocate and liaisons with families and community agencies. Provides on-call crisis intervention services, as well as weekend and holiday coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop individualized employment plans in collaboration with the members, focusing on skill development, job readiness, and job placement.
• Provide vocational counseling, coaching, and support to members in job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and workplace behavior.
• Establish partnerships with employers, vocational training programs, and community organizations to create job opportunities for clients.
• Collaborate closely with other members of the ACT team, including Rehabilitation Specialists, BHMP, and clinical team to coordinate comprehensive care and support for the members.
• Meets with the members in the community in accordance with established policies and procedures and clinical protocols to provide supportive counseling skill development and other support services as needed.
• Completes all clinical documentation in timely manner in accordance with policies, procedures, and clinical protocols, and meets/exceeds member engagement goals as defined by Copa Health.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of full-time direct care experience in behavioral health or
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field OR a bachelor’s degree in a non-related field with one (1) year experience preferred.
• Must have 1 year of training or experience in vocational rehabilitation and support. Prior experience may be job development, job coaching, or supported employment.
• Must have a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card by the AZ Department of Public Safety or eligible to receive one within eight (8) weeks of hire.
• TB Test clearance required at the time of hire.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid AZ Driver’s License with state minimum insurance coverage and ability to meet and maintain Copa Health’s acceptable driving requirements.

Copa Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pre‑employment criminal background and drug testing are required. EOE.