Peer Support Specialist - Mitchell Dr; Phoenix, AZ 85012 (8108)

Job Overview Position: Peer Support Specialist Location: 40 E Mitchell Dr # 100, Phoenix, AZ 85012 Job Type: Full Time (40 hours/week) Shift: Day Shift Travel: Up to 50% Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: Minimum 6 weeks behavioral health experience Responsibilities Work collaboratively with the clinical team to engage, educate, communicate, and coordinate care with patients, their families, behavioral health, medical and dental providers, community resources, and others in ensuring that all services prescribed in the individualized service plan are implemented. Conduct face‑to‑face interactions with patients, family, or other involved parties in the home, community, and recovery clinic for the purpose of assessing, maintaining, or enhancing a person’s functioning. Participate in Consumer Advisory Council at the respective site and promote patient and family/natural support participation in Advisory Council meetings. Facilitate peer support and psychosocial groups, either in a clinic or community setting, and engage patients in group participation as related to their individual recovery goals. Provide transportation for the patients as appropriate and as medically necessary, and determined by the clinical team, in a personal vehicle or in Terros Health provided vehicle, when available. Coordinate alternative transportation for patients and identified natural supports, as medically necessary. Provide excellent customer service to patients, internal and external provider agencies, state entities, or other stakeholders (e.g., probation officers, advocates, family members, hospital staff, jail staff, vocational rehabilitation, etc.) as needed. Provide direct assistance in finding necessary resources other than covered services to meet basic needs for patients served. Encourage, assist, and support patients in expressing their perspective throughout the processes of assessment, service planning, and service delivery, while maintaining a focus on their recovery. Benefits & Wellness Multiple medical plans – including a no‑premium plan for employees and their families Multiple dental plans – including orthodontia Financial well‑being – 401(k) with a company match, interest‑free medical line of credit, financial education, planning, and support 4 weeks of paid time off in the first year Wellness program Pet insurance Group life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program for the whole family Personal and family mental and physical health access Professional growth and development – including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix Working Advantage – employee perks and discounts Gym memberships Car rentals Flights, hotels, movies, and more Bilingual pay differential Additional language differential pay available Full benefits package, including 401(k) Qualifications High School Diploma or GED, and at least 6 weeks of behavioral health experience Self‑identified, first‑hand experience with family members with serious mental illness and/or a chronic disease, with a recovery approach and philosophy Peer Employment Training and Arizona State Peer Certification required Interpersonal skills that allow for professional and positive relationships with co‑workers, members, families, and other community members. Good communication skills, a non‑judgmental approach, effective listening, and positive interactions Understanding of recovery principles and the ability to utilize personal experience to benefit others Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred Valid Arizona driver’s license, 21 years of age, minimum of 4 years driving experience, and compliance with Terros Health’s driving policy Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or application within 7 working days of assuming the role Pass a TB test #J-18808-Ljbffr Terros Health