DCS Stabilization Specialist - East or West Valley

TERRO; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

PTO 3 weeks first year

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Terros Health seeks a DCS Stabilization Specialist to support foster care families and QRTPs, reducing crises that jeopardize placements. The role involves crisis response, care coordination, and collaborative planning with DCS and GH teams.

Responsibilities include developing service and crisis plans, attending CFTs, and guiding families through stabilization strategies, with a 40-hour week aligned to school hours and some evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• GED/HS diploma or higher and 1.5+ years in behavioral health.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of start.
• Arizona driver’s license, 21+ with 4+ years driving experience.
• Fingerprints clearance or ability to obtain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete weekly planned interventions and attend CFTs as scheduled.
• Respond to crisis calls to support DCS custody individuals and families.
• Develop individual service plans and crisis prevention plans.
• Coordinate care with DCS Case managers and QRTPs.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

GED or HS diploma

Associate’s degree in behavioral health

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health

Job description

Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and challenging opportunity for a DCS Stabilization Specialist, Full-Time.The DCS Stabilization Specialist assist foster care families and qualified residential treatment program (QRTP) to reduce the number of crises that may jeopardize a child's placement. The ideal individual will be innovative, and enjoy a high level of interaction with others. If you’re a focused, resourceful individual with a high level of integrity this may be just the opportunity you’ve been seeking.Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. For more than five decades, the heart of everything we do is inspiring change for life. We help people manage addiction and mental illness, provide primary medical care, restore families, support our veterans, and connect individuals to the care they need.If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Healthcare Organizations that promotes Integrity, Compassion, and Empowerment, we encourage you to apply!HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALINGTerros Health is looking for a professional and energetic DCS Stabilization Specialist, for the East or West Valley community!Full-Time 40 hoursShift: Monday - Friday 9:30am-6:00pmWork day is scheduled around school hours, afterschool programs, with one weekend day and evening shift required.GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experiencePreferred DCS experienceBilingual in Spanish is a PLUS (Additional Language Differential is Available)This individual is responsible for completing weekly planned interventions, attend CFT’s as scheduled and responding to crisis calls aimed to support individuals in DCS custody at risk of disruption, and support their families and caregivers. Staff will assist with developing: individual service plans, emergency contact sheet and at risk crisis plans. Staff utilize person centered planning; positive behavior support and Love and Logic parenting techniques. Crisis Stabilization staff will complete a written assessment and document all coordination of care services.Upon receiving a new referral, staff with contact the placement within 24 hours and the DCS Case manager within 48 hours.Actively fosters positive relationship with key stakeholders including families, DCS, RBHA, QSPs and others as evidenced by attending meetings and other events when required.Meet with foster care families and GHs as necessary to develop rapport, trust and understanding of particular family dynamics.Works collaboratively with Child and Family Team to develop crisis prevention plans.Provide support, education and recommendations to foster care families and QRTPs to help them understand the possible causes of crises and what approaches would be helpful to maintain a safe and healthy environment.Benefits & WellnessWe invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally• 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• Trip Reduction Program• Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:o Scholarshipso Clinical supervisiono Continuing Education Units (CEUs)o 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:o Gym membershipso Car rentalso Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and moreGED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience, or an associate’s degree in the behavioral health field, orBachelor’s degree in the field of behavioral health or Bachelor’s degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and one (1) year of behavioral health experience.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 or be able to attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of assuming role.Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.Must pass background check, TB test and other pre-employment screening