ACT Employment Specialist

2 weeks ago


Phoenix, United States Terros Full time
Job Details Job Location 23rd Avenue - Phoenix, AZ Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Diploma/GED   Travel Percentage Up to 80% Job Shift Day Shift Job Category Behavioral Health/Social Work Description

We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for an ACT Employment Specialist. You will serve as a substance abuse expert on an interdisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment. We are seeking a passionate individual to complete the team in our outpatient Healthcare Center in Phoenix, AZ.

Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes.

Recently awarded among Arizona's Most Admired Companies in 2020, 2022, and 2023 by AZ Big Media

Seeking an ACT Employment Specialist to join our interdisciplinary ACT clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment at our 23rd Ave Healthcare Clinic in Phoenix, AZ.

$4,000 Sign on Bonus

New Competitive Compensation

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week

Location: 23rd Ave and Dunlap in Phoenix, AZ

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus (Additional Language Differential Pay Available)

Full Benefits Package, including 401K

Must have very flexible schedule as this team provides treatment 7 days/week, including weekends and holidays

Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks in year 1)

$2/hour ACT Differential

$Sign on Bonus

The ACT Employment Specialist engages members and provides direct treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services in a community setting. Conducts vocational assessment, provides direct job development and placement services in addition to benefits counseling and employment coaching support services to assist to obtain and maintain community-based employment. Works as a team member of a clinical team to assess member needs and wants, participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a patient advocate and liaisons with families and community agencies. Provides on-call crisis intervention services, as well as weekend and holiday coverage.

The ACT Employment Specialist duties include:

  • Facilitates educational and supportive activities including orientation into the work environments, the effect of work and meaningful community activities on benefits programs, job seeking skills, benefits counseling, job clubs, and employment support groups.
  • Works as a team member of a clinical team to assess member needs and wants, participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a client advocate and liaisons with families and community agencies.
  • Serves as the team's specialist for employment services by collaborating with other team members in the assessing for and delivery of employment skills training as specified in the individual service plan.
  • Provides on-call crisis intervention services, as well as weekend and holiday coverage.

Qualifications
  • HSD/GED or equivalent education required.
  • Bachelor's degree in behavioral health or related field preferred.
  • Three years experience in the delivery of behavioral health services preferred.
  • A minimum of one year of vocational rehabilitation training or supervised experience as a Rehabilitation or Employment Specialist, or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor required.
  • Three years working as an employment specialist preferred.
  • Interpersonal skills which allow for professional and positive relationships with co-workers, members, families, and other community members.
  • Good communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening and positive interactions.
  • Basic understanding of the DSM-V.
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, electronic medical record, NextGen preferred.
  • 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 Clearance card or be able to apply for one within 7 working days of starting employment

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.



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