Health and Housing Specialist Position in Tempe; BHT; SMI; Housing Experience a Plus; +$3/hour Diff.

We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for a Health and Housing Specialist to join our team of caring professionals in Tempe, AZ.Terros Health is a health care company focused on the whole person, providing primary care and specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for nearly 60 years. We help people live their lives in recovery and we save lives every day. Our vision is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people, achieving exceptional outcomes. We are guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment, with diversity woven throughout. Together, we are Inspiring Change for Life!If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Integrated Healthcare Organizations that promotes Integrity, Compassion, and Empowerment, we encourage you to apply!HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALINGTerros Health is hiring for Health and Housing Specialists for our Priest Drive Recovery Health Center location in Tempe, AZ.Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/weekPrimary Location: Near Loop 202/ PriestUp to 80% in the field, 20% in the office(Mileage Reimbursement)Education/Experience Requirement:High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience; orAssociate’s degree in the field of medical or behavioral health; orA bachelor’s degree (not in a related field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience; orA bachelor’s degree or higher in the field of behavioral health;SMI Experience Strongly PreferredCompensation: $17.87-21.37+/hour (depending on years of BH experience and education level)PLUS a $3/hour Differential PayAdditional Language Differential Pay Available: Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili or ASL:$1/hour (Approximately $2,080 Annually)Full Benefits Package, including 401KGenerous PTO/Sick Time accruals (4+ weeks in year 1)Case Management Experience is a PLUSHousing Experience is a PLUSTraining ProvidedWe are seeking a Health and Housing Specialist to join our interdisciplinary clinical team providing clinical therapeutic services to an adult population composed of substances-using, SMI, dual diagnosed and/or referred persons at our Priest location in Tempe, AZ. Provides direct face to face community-based services to assist clients to obtain and maintain their housing.Pre-tenancy3-6 monthsHelping them apply for housing vouchers (which should be faster through this program) and identify housing optionsTenancy3-18 monthsSign their leaseProvide services and support to help them maintain that housing – including independent living skills, substance use services, maybe ISPsCaseload – each Health & Housing Specialist has up to 15 members/patients.Required to have contact with each member 4 times a week (phone calls are included)Schedule – Monday – FridayTwo shifts available: 7:30am – 4:30pm or 8:30am – 5:30pmNo on-call or weekendsDuties include:Provides direct face to face community-based services to assist clients to obtain and maintain their housing.Conducts screenings, intakes, and assessments with clients to evaluate the nature of their presenting problems in order to determine their needs and develop appropriate treatment plan goals.Provides outreach for the purpose of engaging clients into PSH services and orients potential clients to the H20 program.Provides transportation to clients as appropriate and as medically necessary, and determined by the CLP team, in personal vehicle or in Terros Health provided vehicle, when available.Ensures ongoing collaboration, including the communication of appropriate clinical information with other involved parties as appropriate. Coordinates care with a client’s family, behavioral and general medical providers, community resources, and other involved supports.Assists clients with connection to physical health services, including Primary Care services and medical appointment follow up.Provides excellent customer service to clients, internal and external provider agencies, state entities, or other stakeholders (e.g. probation officers, advocates, family members, residential staff, hospital staff and vocational rehabilitation, etc.) as needed.Benefits & WellnessWe 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 familiesMultiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverageVision insuranceGroup life and disability insurancePet insurance401(k) plan with company matchInterest-free medical line of creditFinancial education, planning, and support resourcesMonetary company contribution toward eligible benefitsBilingual pay differentialGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first yearPaid Sick Time10 paid holidays annuallyComprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family membersTrip Reduction ProgramOngoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:ScholarshipsClinical supervisionContinuing 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 membershipsCar rentalsFlights, hotels, movie tickets, and moreEducation:High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience; orAssociate’s degree in the field of medical or behavioral health; orA bachelor’s degree (not in a related field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience; orA bachelor’s degree or higher in the field of behavioral health; orCustomer service skills, especially good communication skills are needed.Ability to work independently, with flexibility, and within prescribed deadlines.Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required. Experience in PowerPoint and electronic medical record - NextGen preferred.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 policyMust have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level 1) or apply for an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card within 7 working days of employmentMust pass background check, Drug Screen, TB test and other pre-employment screening #J-18808-Ljbffr TERRO