Lead Rehabilitation Specialist

At our organization, we prioritize the growth, well-being, and satisfaction of our team members. As a full-time mental health professional, you'll benefit from:

• Limitless Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities : Thrive with us through diverse career paths and internal development programs.
• Career Development : Access ongoing training and development through our dedicated Organizational Development & Learning Department.
• Generous PTO Program : Enjoy up to 3 weeks off in your first year, with continuous accruals and an additional PTO day for Employee Well-Being.
• Paid Holidays : Celebrate 10 paid holidays annually.
• Wellness Program : Benefit from our expert Health Coach services and wellness incentives to reduce costs.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Receive up to $3,000 for educational advancement.
• Affordable Health Care Plans : Choose from comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts : Utilize H.S.A., H.R.A, and F.S.A. options with select medical plans.
• Insurance Coverage : Enjoy free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life/AD&D Insurance up to $100,000.
• Retirement Savings : Benefit from 403(b) retirement plans with a company match.
• Employee Assistance : Access 6 free coaching and 6 free therapy sessions, plus a wealth of wellness content and services.
• Additional Insurance Options : Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, Eyemed vision, Pet Insurance, Additional Life/AD&D Insurance, and more!

Join us and be part of a team that values your professional growth and personal well-being!

Who we need

The Lead Rehabilitation Specialist is responsible for providing rehabilitation services to participants that includes a focus on gaining competitive employment and/or engaging around psychosocial rehabilitations activities or educational goals. Rehabilitation and Employment Specialists are responsible for developing and sustaining a culture of work at the Campus as an integral part of recovery.

JOB SUMMARY(Including, but not limited to):

• Provides mentorship and training to Rehab Specialists, i.e., EMR-Next Gen, Tele-Health, Shadowing Expert, etc.
• Is the subject matter expert for managing referrals related to employment and meaningful community activities
• Participates in RBHA/ACC required training for rehab and employment specialists and leads the management and tracking of deliverables.
• Fully responsible for leading Copa Health efforts to serve as one by streamlining referrals to Copa Health day and employment services.
• Intensely manage a flexible caseload as determined by the Clinical Coordinator including a mix of approximately two-thirds employment related rehabilitation and approximately 1/3 psychosocial rehabilitation; the caseload size is determined based on a dynamic review of the both the clinical need and resources available.
• Provide and track detailed information on all employment related engagement and caseload.
• Utilize psychiatric rehabilitation best practices including evidence-based employment practices to assess participant’s needs emphasizing a Copa Health Work First! philosophy for appropriate individuals to reach their desired outcome.
• To ensure compliance & adequate services, additional job duties may be required to meet the needs of the program and or department, consistent with Copa Health productivity levels

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation, Social Services, Psychology, or a related field plus two (2) years of direct care experience OR
• HS Diploma/GED and six (6) years of full-time direct care experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing employment/rehabilitation-related services and support to individuals with disabilities required.
• Must have at least six (6) months experience in a Rehab Specialist role at Copa Health.
• Must have reliable transportation, valid AZ Driver’s License with state minimum insurance coverage and ability to meet and maintain Copa Health’s acceptable driving requirements.
• TB test clearance required at the time of hire.
• Must have a fingerprint clearance card issued by the AZ Department of Public Safety or eligible to receive one within eight (8) weeks of hire
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking preferred.

Copa Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Pre-Employment Criminal Background and Drug Testing Required. EOE