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Terros lists this Peer Support Specialist (8881) opportunity in tempe, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Peer Support Specialist
Priest Drive - Tempe, AZ 85281
Overview
Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Shift Education Level High School Diploma/GED Travel Percentage Up to 50% Category Behavioral Health/Social Work
Description
Seeking a Peer Support Specialist to join our interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis providing living skills training, personal assistance, and peer and family support.
Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week
Location in Tempe
Additional Language Differential Pay Available
Full Benefits Package, including 401K
Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)
Pay starting at $16/hour DOE
Under the Agency's policies and professional requirements, participates as a member of an interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness, or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment.
As a Peer Support Specialist, you will participate as a member of the clinical team to mentor and provide recovery-based coaching for SMI clients related to their health and wellness goals. This individual also assists in developing plans and tools to create and maintain healthy living. Focus on members pursuing goals through direct 1:1 and group coaching on health and wellness topics such as tobacco cessation, healthy diet and nutrition, health management, and supporting healthy interpersonal relationships.
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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 families
Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
Vision insurance
Group life and disability insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Interest-free medical line of credit
Financial education, planning, and support resources
Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
Bilingual pay differential
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
Paid Sick Time
10 paid holidays annually
Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
Trip Reduction Program
Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:
Scholarships
Clinical supervision
Continuing 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 memberships
Car rentals
Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more
Qualifications
Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma/GED and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health employment experience
Professional experience in nutrition, fitness and/or physical health preferred
Peer Employment Training and Arizona State Peer Certification
Self-Identify as a Behavioral Health 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
Valid AZ Driver License. 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 Level 1 Fingerprint Fingerprint Clearance card or be able to apply for one within 7 working days of starting employment
Must pass a TB test, background check, and other pre-employment screenings
Must understand and utilize a recovery approach and philosophy
Exemplify great customer service and motivational skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions
Must be able to work on a computer and tablet in Microsoft Office, with electronic medical records and in NextGen
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.
Worksite address
tempe, AZ, 85285, US
Who can apply
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