Phoenix Recovery Support Specialist/ Driver

S.T.A.R. - STAND TOGETHER AND RECOVER CENTERS, INC.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Recovery Center Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Phoenix Recovery Support Specialist/ Driver to provide recovery-oriented behavioral health services and safe transportation to members. This role requires PRSS credential and BHT qualifications and works under clinical oversight.

You will facilitate individual and group sessions, support service planning, complete EHR documentation, and maintain safety while transporting members in company vehicles.

Qualifications

• PRSS credential or ability to acquire certification.
• BHT criteria via one of: Bachelor’s in behavioral health; or HS diploma/GED with 4 years full-time behavioral health work.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to drive company vehicles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, facilitate groups, and complete electronic documentation.
• Meet background clearance and agency training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual and group recovery services focused on coping skills and independent living.
• Support service planning, intakes, outreach, and coordination with clinical team.
• Safely transport members, perform vehicle checks, and maintain transport records.
• Document services in the electronic health record in a timely, accurate manner.
• Recognize safety concerns, use de-escalation techniques, and follow incident reporting procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and member rights.
• Attend meetings, training, supervision, and clinical oversight.
• Assist with reception, attendance, and related duties; perform other assigned tasks.

Skills

Effective communication

Group facilitation

Electronic documentation

Education

PRSS credential

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health

High school diploma/GED + 4 years experience

Tools

EHR system

Job description

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Phoenix Recovery Support Specialist/ Driver

Central Recovery Center Phoenix, AZ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1013

Salary Range: $18.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Peer and Recovery Support Specialist / Driver – BHT

Purpose of Position:

Provide recovery-focused behavioral health services and safe transportation to members at S.T.A.R. – Stand Together And Recover Centers, Inc. Staff use lived recovery experience and professional training to help members strengthen coping skills, build independence, and achieve individualized goals. This position requires both a PRSS credential and BHT qualifications and works under clinical oversight.

Essential Functions:

• Facilitate individual and group services focused on recovery, coping skills, healthy relationships, and independent living.
• Support individualized service planning, intakes, outreach, and coordination with the clinical team.
• Safely transport members in company vehicles, complete vehicle checks, and maintain transportation records.
• Complete accurate and timely service documentation in the electronic health record.
• Recognize member safety concerns, use approved de-escalation techniques, and follow crisis response and incident reporting procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries, protect confidentiality, and respect member rights.
• Participate in required meetings, training, supervision, and clinical oversight.
• Assist with reception, member attendance, food and hygiene resources, outings, and opening and closing duties.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Required Qualifications:

PRSS credential from an AHCCCS-recognized Peer Support Employment Training Program or the ability to acquire certification.

Meet STAR’s BHT hiring criteria through one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a behavioral health-related field; or
• High school diploma/GED and at least four years of full-time behavioral health work experience.
• Education, experience, and competency must be verified before placement in a BHT role. A PRSS credential alone does not establish BHT eligibility.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to drive company vehicles.
• Ability to communicate effectively, facilitate groups, and complete electronic documentation.
• Meet required background clearance and agency training requirements.