Employment Specialist - 51st Ave

We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for a Employment Specialist to join our team of caring professionals co-located at our 51st Ave Healthcare Clinic 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 by AZ Big Media in 2023

Seeking an Employment Specialist to join our interdisciplinary clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment at our 51st Ave Healthcare Clinic. 

$2,000 Sign on Bonus for New Hires 

Co-located: 51st Ave and Camelback Rd

Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week -no weekends or holidays

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

Responsibilities:

As an Employment Specialist you will work directly with our members to obtain and maintain community employment by providing individual and group skill development and training, such as resume writing, interview skills, job search skills, problem solving, public transportation training and personal finances management skills. You will seek employment opportunities for our members by developing relationships with community employers, to provide education regarding ADA laws, impact of stigma related to mental illness and the benefits of hiring a person with a mental illness, as well as negotiating a reasonable accommodation as needed.

Other duties include interacting and following up with various referral sources, preparing and maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation, progress notes and closely monitoring caseloads. 

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
• Child Care Support 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
• Employee perks and discounts
  • Gym memberships
  • Tuition at GCU and University of Phoenix
  • Car rentals
• Bilingual pay differential

Qualifications:

• Applicants must have the minimum combination of education and/or experience:
  • A bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field and one year of relevant experience in a behavioral health setting, preferably involved in the provision of vocational rehabilitation services; OR 
  • A non-behavioral health field bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience in a behavioral health setting involved in the provision of vocational rehabilitation services; OR
  • A High School/GED diploma and five years of relevant experience involved in the provision of vocational rehabilitation services. 
• 1 year of supervised experience as a Rehabilitation or Employment Specialist, or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor preferred
• Minimum 1 year recovery from drugs and/or alcohol
• Valid AZ Driver 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
• 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
• Minimum typing speed of 25 wpm.
• Basic understanding of the DSM-V preferred
• Must pass background check, TB test and other pre-employment screening

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.