Transition Facilitator

Southwest Network; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community mental health organization is seeking a Transition Facilitator to support teens and young adults transitioning to adulthood. Responsibilities include developing strategies for overcoming barriers, evaluating youth for program suitability, and collaborating with various service providers. Candidates should have a degree in behavioral health or related field, relevant experience, and necessary certifications. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid sick, vacation and holiday time

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must maintain valid Arizona driver’s license and car insurance.
• Must have CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Options certifications.

Responsibilities

• Engage in developing strategies to overcome barriers.
• Evaluate and facilitate service plans for youth.
• Collaborate with service providers and educators.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Experience with transition-aged youth

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health-related field

Bachelor’s degree in non-related field plus one year experience

Associate’s degree plus one year related experience

High school diploma plus three years’ related experience

Job description

Overview

Join Southwest Network Team as a Transition Facilitator for teens and young adults (ages 16.5 to 22) transitioning from the children’s behavioral health system to adulthood or the adult system of care. You will coach, support, and help youth with emotional, behavioral, or mental health issues, guiding them in employment, education, housing, social and family relationships, independent living, finances and budgeting, decision making, health and wellbeing, community life, and more using the Transition to Independence Process (TIP).

Responsibilities

• Engage as a member of a transition team to develop solution-focused strategies to overcome barriers.
• Evaluate youth to determine suitability to enter the program, then facilitate service plans and progress youth through the program to completion.
• Collaborate with other service providers and educators from children’s mental health, education, adult mental health, child welfare, rehabilitation and other partners to ensure appropriate support for each young adult.
• Work in the community and during non-traditional hours, at times and places that work best for the young adults.
• Perform administrative and documentation functions related to the role.

Qualifications

• Must possess one of the following education/experience combinations:
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree with a behavioral health or related field;
• Bachelor’s degree in a non-related field plus one year related experience;
• Associate’s degree in any field plus one year related experience;
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate plus three years’ related experience.
• At least one year of behavioral health experience facilitating Child and Family teams (preferred).
• Experience with transition-aged youth in behavioral health, foster care and/or juvenile justice systems (preferred).
• System experience and understanding of service planning for seriously mentally ill adults (desired).
• Must maintain current CPR, First Aid, and Therapeutic Options certifications (offered through Southwest Network).
• Must maintain a valid Arizona state fingerprint clearance card.
• Must maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license and car insurance.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Compensation and Benefits

• This position is offered at a fair, competitive salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending account options
• Paid sick, vacation and holiday time (10 paid holidays per year)
• Hinge Health
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement plan (403b) with company match
• Disability insurance
• Basic life insurance with option to purchase supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Discounts
• Family Medical Leave
• Hearing Discount Program
• Tobacco Cessation Program
• Virta Prediabetes Reversal Program
• Bilingual Stipend Available

About Our Division

In the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults, we are known for getting people in quickly, treating challenging situations, offering parent and family support, and providing quality, compassionate care. Using the nationally recognized Transition to Independence Process (TIP) with treatment tailored to each person’s strengths, needs, and culture, youth can stay in the home, be productive in school, and have a hopeful future. Integrated health services address both behavioral and physical health issues, and special programs for teens and young adults help them realize their potential and become independent adults. We also collaborate with the Arizona Department of Child Safety to provide families involved in child welfare with comprehensive service plans which integrate all aspects of care and treatment. All members of the team practice in a manner mindful of the 12 Principles of The Arizona Vision for Children.

Legal and Employment Details

Southwest Network is an equal opportunity employer.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of education, employment, driving record and auto insurance, and completion of a criminal background check and drug testing.