Peer Support Specialist - 23rd Ave

TERRO; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Generous PTO/Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

Terros Health seeks a Peer Support Specialist to join an interdisciplinary clinical team, providing recovery-based coaching and living skills support to individuals with serious mental illness or general mental health needs. The role emphasizes 1:1 and group coaching on health and wellness topics.

Compensation starts at $16/hour DOE with full benefits, PTO, and comprehensive wellness resources. Location is in Phoenix/Tempe with up to 50% travel and day shifts in a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health employment experience.
• Professional experience in nutrition, fitness and/or physical health preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and provide recovery-based coaching for individuals with SMI or mental health needs.
• Assist in developing plans and tools to create and maintain healthy living.
• Conduct 1:1 and group coaching on health and wellness topics (e.g., tobacco cessation, diet, health management).

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 23rd Avenue - Phoenix, AZ 85021Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School Diploma/GEDTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: Day ShiftJob Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work Description

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 assitance, and peer and family support.

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week

Location in Tempe

Additional Language Differential Pay Available

Full Benefits Package, including 401K

Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)

Pay starting at $16/hour DOE

Under the Agency’s policies and professional requirements, 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 participate as a member of the clinical team to 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. Focus on members pursing 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.

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Benefits & Wellness

We 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:
  • 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

QualificationsQualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health employment experience
• Professional experience in nutrition, fitness and/or physical health preferred
• 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 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 a valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint 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
• Must understand and utilize a recovery approach and philosophy
• Exemplify great customer service and motivational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions
• Must be able to work on a computer and tablet in Microsoft Office, with electronic medical records and in NextGen

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.