Peer Support Specialist - South Mountain

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

PTO / Sick Time 3+ weeks in year 1

Medical, dental, vision plans

EAP for employees and family

Job summary

Terros Health seeks a Peer Support Specialist to join our interdisciplinary team at the South Mountain Recovery Health Center in Phoenix. The role involves facilitating group and individual activities, conducting assessments, and creating recovery-focused service plans to support members and their families.

Ideal candidates bring lived experience with recovery, strong communication skills, and a background in behavioral health.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health employment experience
• Or an associate degree in medical/behavioral health
• Or a bachelor’s degree (not in behavioral health) with 1 year of behavioral health experience
• Peer Support Specialist Employment Training and Arizona State Peer Certification
• Bilingual in Spanish/ASL is desired
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; typing at least 25 wpm
• Knowledge of Electronic Health Records (NextGen is a plus)

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group and individual activities supporting members and families in recovery
• Conduct assessments, service planning, and service delivery with a focus on recovery and resiliency
• Create and conduct various group activities for families and clients
• Promote community integration and independence
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of member engagements

Skills

Communication skills

Typing 25 wpm

Bilingual Spanish/ASL (desired)

Experience in behavioral health

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in medical/behavioral health

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

Bachelor's degree not in behavioral health with 1 year of BHB experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

NextGen EHR

Job description

Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Terros Health and Lifewell have joined forces to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes.HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALINGSeeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our interdisciplinary team working at our South Mountain Recovery Health Center.Our South Mountain Health Center provides high-quality, affordable healthcare to special populations such as those diagnosed SMI, under Court Ordered Treatment, those who are unhoused, and individuals looking to develop life/employment skills through the P.R.O.S.P.E.R. program.******************************************************************Full-Time Employment: 40 hours per weekMonday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pmLocation: 3540 E. Baseline Rd. Unit #150, Phoenix AZ, 85042Full Benefits Package - Including 401KGenerous PTO/Sick Time (3+ weeks in Year 1)******************************************************************Additional Language Differential Pay AvailableNOW OFFERING AN ADDITIONAL $1.50/hr. SMI DIFFERENTIALAs a Peer Support Specialist, you will be responsible for facilitating various group and individual activities that support and strengthen the member and the families assisting them in their recovery. If you are dependable, caring and compassionate and find motivation in helping our members live better lives by sharing your own experiences, apply now!Duties Include:Use your own life experience to encourage and assist both clients and their families throughout the treatment process.Conduct assessments, service planning, and service delivery while maintaining focus on recovery and resiliency.Create and conduct a variety of group activities for family and clients alike.Promote community integration, independence, and self-sufficiency.Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation of member engagements.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 familiesMultiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverageVision insuranceGroup life and disability insurancePet insurance401(k) plan with company matchInterest-free medical line of creditFinancial education, planning, and support resourcesMonetary company contribution toward eligible benefitsBilingual pay differentialGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first yearPaid Sick Time10 paid holidays annuallyComprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family membersTrip Reduction ProgramOngoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:ScholarshipsClinical supervisionContinuing 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 membershipsCar rentalsFlights, hotels, movie tickets, and moreMust have a High School Diploma/GED and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health employment experience; orAn associates degree in the field of medical or behavioral health, orA bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, orA bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral health.Peer Support Specialist Employment Training and Arizona State Peer Certification.Self-Identify as a Behavioral Health Care 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.Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook. Must be able to pass typing assessment with minimum 25wpm.Knowledge in use of Electronic Health Records - NextGen is a plus.Bilingual in Spanish/ASL is desired.Excellent oral and written communication skills.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 Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.Must pass a TB Test.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.