Peer Support Specialist EMPACT

CL 4b246ed9 69f4 44c6 907c 44fcb89543eb; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays per year

Medical plans (4 choices)

Dental plans (2 choices)

Vision plans (2 choices)

403(b) retirement plan

Company-paid Life/AD&D and Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Elder Care Assistance

Job summary

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, located in Maricopa, Arizona, is seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join their full-time team. This role requires individuals with lived experience in behavioral health services who can effectively assist others navigating their personal journeys in mental health.

The candidate will play a vital role in supporting severely mentally ill adults, coordinate necessary services, and provide crisis intervention. Certification as a Peer Support Specialist is mandatory within the first 90 days of employment, and a valid Arizona driver's license is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Peer Support Certification required within first 90 days of employment.
• Must have a valid AZ driver's license with no major infractions in the past three years.
• Must have regular access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor relevant resources for consumers.
• Assist consumers in the ISP process and crisis intervention.
• Act as a consumer advocate for ongoing services.

Skills

Experience working with severely mentally ill adults

Ability to share personal experience of receiving behavioral health services

Calmness in crisis situations

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in a related behavioral healthcare field

Job description

Who we are

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is an industry-leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing valued community services and resources for behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention since 1987. We are an EEO/AA Employer.

What you’ll do

Are you looking for a career to help people but do not have a degree in behavioral health? Lived experience is valuable to us as we are looking for a Peer Support Specialist. A qualified candidate will have personal experience in receiving behavioral health services, have successfully navigated through the behavioral health system, and is ready to help others on their personal journey.

This is a great opportunity for a Peer Support Specialist to join our agency in our City of Maricopa location. The position is full-time and will require some evening hours. Experience working with severely mentally ill adults and the adult system of care is required. The Peer Support Specialist serves as a bridge to ongoing services by coordinating and monitoring relevant resources and facilitates delivery of these necessary services and support. They act as a consumer advocate, assist consumers in the ISP process, assist in crisis intervention and outreach/engagement, and strive to provide individuals who are voluntary and able to give informed consent with assistance in accessing services.

What you’ll provide

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related behavioral healthcare field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working with adult system of care is required.
• Peer Support Certification required within first 90 days of employment.
• Must be a recipient or have received services through the community behavioral health system.
• Must have the ability and willingness to share their experience of receiving behavioral health services.
• Must have a valid AZ driver's license with no major infractions in the past three years.
• Must have regular access to reliable transportation.
• Must have a Fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment.

Additional Requirements and Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, recognize personal limitations, and relate positively and with empathy to all persons regardless of age, race, creed, gender or sexual orientation.
• Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical professional practice and the policies and procedures of the agency.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive working relationships with internal and external team members, stakeholders, and community and business partners.
• If driving while on agency time or on agency business, a valid Arizona driver license and appropriate liability insurance and approval for liability coverage with EMPACT‑SPC’s liability insurance carrier is required. At hire, a 3‑year state driving record with no major infractions or excessive driving violations/tickets is required.

What we’ll offer

• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Medical plans (4 choices)
• Dental plans (2 choices)
• Vision plans (2 choices)
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Retirement Allowance
• Company‑paid Life/AD&D and Long‑term Disability
• Voluntary additional Life and Short‑term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Elder Care Assistance
• Pet Insurance and many more!

EMPACT‑SPC/La Frontera Arizona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.