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Southwest Behavioral Health Services
Peer Support Specialist Outpatient
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What they do
A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.
$51,734 / year median in Arizona
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services offers an array of integrated behavioral & health programs to meet the unique needs of the communities we serve. We are seeking a compassionate, inspiring and supportive Recovery Support Specialist who can help us fulfill our mission. "Delivering compassionate care to enhance lives and improve communities". Are you compassionate, inspiring and supportive? If so, you may be the person we are looking for to join our dynamic team that has been transforming communities for over 40 years. Job Preview at a Glance Jumpstart your career in behavioral health and play a vital role in the lives of our clients as they begin their journey to recovery. This role is unique and will allow you to customize support to meet the needs of individual clients. From assisting with skills training, case management, group facilitation, and non-clinical intervention
- you will connect clients with community resources that will set them up for lifelong success.
Location & Schedule:
This position reports out of Flagstaff Clinics, it is a Monday-Friday Schedule.Pay:
$18.35/hr.Responsibilities:
Provides mentoring/support to individuals/families in services in coordination with clinical services. Assist designated clinical personnel in completing specified support activities. Provides education and support to family members. Plans and organizes activities within the outpatient structure. Completes daily paperwork requirements, including assigned clinical record documentation. Collaborates with clinical teams and case managers to advocate for the best interest of the client. Transports client as appropriate in SB&H vehicle. May be required to cover evening/weekend hours and be "on call" as required. Participates in at least weekly clinical overnight in accordance with ADHS requirements. Transport members to appointments. To ensure compliance & adequate services, additional job duties may be required to meet the needs of the program and or department.Qualifications:
Must be 22-year age, High School diploma/GED Successful completion of a qualified Peer Support Training is required within the 90 days of hire. Required to maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and pass motor vehicle screening for insurance purposes in order to transport clients, based upon need/requirements of the clinic and/or program. Prior experience as a recipient of Behavioral Health services. Must have fingerprint clearance issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or be eligible to receive upon offer.Preferred:
Experience with substance abuse, seriously mentally ill and or general mental health College level coursework and/or Associates degree with an emphasis in Human Services, Counseling and Psychology.Benefits :
3.3 weeks of PTO your 1st year of employment, with increased accruals after continued service! 10 paid holidays Low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability and life insurance for employees We will help you save for retirement- 40% company match up to a 10% deferral into your SB&H retirement account! Career Development
- Benefit from our culture of internal promotion! We help you with your higher education goals
- Reduce your tuition costs with our tuition reimbursement program & discount degree programs!