ACT Employment Specialist (8376)

Terros Health; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 30,472 - 35,638; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-premium health plan

401(k) with company match

4 weeks PTO

Wellness program

Pet insurance

Group life and disability

Employee assistance program

Tuition discounts

Working Advantage discounts

Additional language pay

Job summary

Terros Health in Tempe, AZ is seeking an ACT Employment Specialist to engage members with direct treatment, rehabilitation, and employment services in a community setting.

You will conduct vocational assessment, provide job development and placement, benefits counseling, and assist with individual service plans as part of a clinical team. This role requires a High School Diploma or GED with behavioral health experience; driving is required, with weekend and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma with 3 years behavioral health experience.
• Associate’s degree in medical or behavioral health with 3 years behavioral health experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (not in behavioral health) with 3 years behavioral health experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, or Master’s degree in behavioral health.
• A minimum of one year of vocational rehabilitation training or supervised experience as a Rehabilitation or Employment Specialist, or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.
• Three years working as an employment specialist preferred.
• Interpersonal skills that allow for professional relationships with co-workers, members, families, and community members.
• Good communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach and active listening.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license and minimum 4 years driving experience.
• Valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card or ability to apply within 7 working days.
• Must pass a 25 wpm typing test.

Responsibilities

• The ACT Employment Specialist engages members and provides direct treatment, rehabilitative, and supportive services in a community setting.
• Conducts vocational assessment and provides direct job development, placement services, benefits counseling, and employment coaching to help members 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 client advocate, and liaisons with families and community agencies.
• Facilitates educational and supportive activities including orientation into the work environment, the effect of work and meaningful community activities on benefits programs, job seeking skills, benefits counseling, job clubs, and employment support groups.
• Serves as the team’s specialist for employment services by collaborating with other team members in assessing and delivering employment skills training as specified in the individual service plan.
• Provides on‑call crisis intervention services, including weekend and holiday coverage.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Typing 25 wpm

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate’s in medical or behavioral health

Bachelor’s in behavioral health

Master’s or higher in behavioral health

Tools

NextGen EMR

Job description

Position: ACT Employment Specialist
Location: 1642 S Priest Dr Bldg 6 suite 101, Tempe, AZ 85281
Type: Full Time (40 hours/week)
Shift: Day Shift, 7 days/week with weekend and holiday coverage
Travel: Up to 80%
Education: High School Diploma/GED (minimum 3 years behavioral health experience) with options for associate, bachelor, or master’s degrees in behavioral health or related fields
Salary: $19.12 - $22.87/hour plus $3/hour ACT Differential, Additional Language Differential Pay Available

Responsibilities

• The ACT Employment Specialist engages members and provides direct treatment, rehabilitative, and supportive services in a community setting.
• Conducts vocational assessment and provides direct job development, placement services, benefits counseling, and employment coaching to help members 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 client advocate, and liaisons with families and community agencies.
• Facilitates educational and supportive activities including orientation into the work environment, the effect of work and meaningful community activities on benefits programs, job seeking skills, benefits counseling, job clubs, and employment support groups.
• Serves as the team’s specialist for employment services by collaborating with other team members in assessing and delivering employment skills training as specified in the individual service plan.
• Provides on‑call crisis intervention services, including weekend and holiday coverage.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma with a minimum of 3 years of behavioral health experience, or
  • Associate’s degree in medical or behavioral health with a minimum of 3 years of behavioral health experience, or
  • Bachelor’s degree (not in behavioral health) with 3 years of behavioral health experience, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health, or
  • Master’s degree or higher in behavioral health.
• A minimum of one year of vocational rehabilitation training or supervised experience as a Rehabilitation or Employment Specialist, or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor required.
• Three years working as an employment specialist preferred.
• Interpersonal skills that allow for professional and positive relationships with co‑workers, members, families, and community members.
• Good communication skills, evidenced by a non‑judgmental approach, effective listening, and positive interactions.
• Basic understanding of the DSM‑V.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license, 21 years of age, minimum 4 years driving experience, and meeting Terros Health’s driving policy.
• Valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance card or ability to apply within 7 working days of employment start.
• Must pass a 25 wpm typing test.

Benefits & Wellness

• Multiple medical plans – including a no‑premium plan for employees and their families.
• Multiple dental plans – including orthodontia.
• Financial well‑being: 401(k) with company match, interest‑free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support.
• 4 weeks paid time off in the first year (generous PTO/Sick Time).
• 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 pay differential.

Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.