Peer Support Specialist - Crisis BHU - Phoenix

Terros Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple medical plans including no premium options

4 weeks of paid time off

401(k) with company match

Wellness program

Bilingual pay differential

Gym memberships

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Tuition discounts

Gym memberships

Travel benefits

Bilingual pay differential

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Peer Support Specialist for its Crisis Department in Phoenix, AZ. You will engage in crisis intervention and collaborate with emergency responders to support individuals in distress. This full-time role includes a competitive benefits package, including multiple medical and dental plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. If you have a passion for helping others and want to be part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Ability to engage in mobile crisis response and immediate treatment planning.
• Experience working collaboratively with first responders and health professionals.
• Ability to develop and implement crisis management/safety plans.

Responsibilities

• Engage in mobile crisis response in various settings.
• Work with clients and first responders effectively.
• Maintain client records in the electronic health record system.
• Makes referrals to other agencies and/or long-term counseling when appropriate.
• Supports psychiatric hospital placements by coordinating with hospital staff.
• Maintains client records and completes required documentation in the electronic health record.
• Displays flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Mobile crisis response

Coordination with hospital staff

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and New Opportunity for a 40-hour, Peer Support Specialists - Phoenix.

As part of the Phoenix Behavioral Health Unit (BHU), the Peer Support Specialist responds, along with a licensed clinician, to individuals experiencing a mental health or substance use concern, via the City of Phoenix 911 Dispatch Center.

The individual will need to be professional, friendly, a self-starter, organized, and compassionate.

Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. For more than 50 years, 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. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes.

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 ~ HEALING

Terros Health made the list!

"Most Admired Companies of 2020, 2022 & 2023" as awarded by AZ Big Media.

We are currently hiring for a 40-hour Peer Support Specialists for our Crisis Department.

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Full-Time Employment

Shift Hours

Sunday thru Wednesday 7:00am- 5:00pm

Sunday thru Wednesday 9:00am to 7:00pm

Wednesday thru Saturday 5:00am- 3:00pm

Wednesday thru Saturday 7:00am to 5:00pm

Wednesday thru Saturday 9:00am to 7:00pm

Wednesday thru Saturday 5:00pm to 3:00am

Shift differentials available: $3 per hour extra for evenings and $4 per hour extra for weekends

Bilingual - Language Differential are also Available!

Utilizing best practices in crisis intervention, the BHU Peer Support Specialist responds to and supports individuals and families in crisis.

Your Duties Would Include But Are Not Limited To

• Engages in mobile crisis response, brief psychotherapeutic intervention, and immediate treatment/safety planning in a variety of settings including but not limited to public areas, individual residences, and businesses.
• Works effectively and respectfully with clients, fire department personnel and other first responders, families, health professionals, and all partners involved.
• Develops short-term crisis management/safety plans with clients or families including having knowledge/understanding of the involuntary petition process.
• Makes appropriate referrals to other agencies and/or long-term counseling when appropriate.
• Supports psychiatric hospital placements by providing coordination, planning and facilitation with hospital staff.
• Maintains client records and completes required documentation in the electronic health record in an accurate and timely manner.
• Displays flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

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 a company match, interest free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support
• 4 Weeks of paid time off in the first year
• 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
• Bilingual pay differential