DCS Stabilization Specialist - East or West Valley (9043)

Terros Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental plan options

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

PTO 3 weeks first year

Paid holidays

Job summary

Terros Health in Phoenix seeks a DCS Stabilization Specialist to support foster care families and QRTPs, coordinate crisis response and develop individual service plans. You will participate in CFT meetings and provide crisis intervention when needed.

This full-time role requires a GED/HS diploma with BH experience or higher, a valid AZ driver’s license, CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days, and a willingness to work a 9:30am–6:00pm schedule with occasional after-hours coverage.

Qualifications

• GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience, or an associate’s degree in the behavioral health field, or
• Bachelor’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.

Responsibilities

• Complete weekly planned interventions and attend CFT meetings.
• Respond to crisis calls to support individuals in DCS custody at risk of disruption.
• Develop and document individual service plans and crisis plans.
• Utilize person-centered planning and positive behavior support approaches.
• Assist with coordination of care and documentation of progress.

Skills

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Education

GED/HS diploma + 1.5 yrs BH experience

Associate’s degree in BH

Bachelor’s degree in BH or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: East McDowell Road - Phoenix, AZ 85008

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Not Specified

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work

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.

HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING

Terros Health is looking for a professional and energetic DCS Stabilization Specialist, for the East or West Valley community!

Full-Time 40 hours

Shift: Monday - Friday 9:30am-6:00pm

Work 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 experience

Preferred DCS experience

Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS (Additional Language Differential is Available)

Responsibilities

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 & Wellness

• 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:
  • 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

Qualifications

• GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience, or an associate’s degree in the behavioral health field, or
• Bachelor’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 (Level1) within 7 working days of assuming role.
• Must pass background check, TB test and other pre‑employment screening