Peer Support Specialist

Job Details: Job Location: Priest Drive

• Tempe, AZ, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma/GED, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Shift: Day Shift, Job 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 assitance, 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 pursing 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. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING Terros Health made the list!! "Most Admired Companies of 2020, 2022 & 2023" as awarded by AZ Big Media.

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 Next.

Gen 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.