ACT Employment Specialist

2 weeks ago

Tempe, AZ, United States Terros Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Priest Drive - Tempe, 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 anACT Employment Specialist. You will serve as a substance abuse expert onan 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 isto provideextraordinary carebyempowered peoplethroughexceptional outcomes.

HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING

Terros Health made the list

"Most Admired Companies of 2020, 2022 & 2023"as awarded by AZ Big Media.

Seeking an ACT Employment Specialistto 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 Priest location in Tempe, AZ.

New Competitive Compensation

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week

Location: 1642 S. Priest Drive, Suite 101 in Tempe, 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+ weeksin year 1)

$3/hour ACT Differential

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 Specialistduties include:
  • Facilitates educational and supportive activities including orientationinto 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.
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 & development - including scholarships, clinical supervision, and CEUs
• Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix
• Working Advantage - Employee perks and discounts
o Gym memberships
o Car rentals
o Flights, hotels, movies and more
• Bilingual pay differential

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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