Peer Support Specialist EMPACT

About the role

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is an industry-leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing valued community services and resources for behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention since 1987. We are an EEO/AA Employer.

What You’ll Do

• Peer Support Specialist position requiring personal experience in receiving behavioral health services and navigating the system.
• Bridge to ongoing services by coordinating and monitoring RBHA/Community based resources.
• Facilitate delivery of necessary services and support.
• Act as a consumer advocate, assist in the ISP process, and provide crisis intervention and outreach/engagement.
• Provide assistance in accessing services for individuals who are voluntary and able to give informed consent.

What You’ll Provide

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in the related behavioral healthcare field or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Experience working with severely mentally ill adults and the adult system of care is required.
• Peer Support Certification preferred.
• Must be a recipient or have received services through the community behavioral health system.
• Must have the ability and willingness to share their experience of receiving behavioral health services.
• Valid AZ driver's license with no major infractions in the past three years.
• Regular access to reliable transportation.
• Fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) Differential pay per hour available.
• At least 21 years of age at the time of employment.

Additional Requirements and Responsibilities

• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, recognize personal limitations, and relate positively and with empathy to all persons regardless of age, race, creed, gender or sexual orientation.
• Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical professional practice and the policies and procedures of the agency.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and positive working relationships with internal and external team members, stakeholders, and community and business partners.
• If driving while on agency time or on agency business, a valid Arizona driver license and appropriate liability insurance and approval for liability coverage with EMPACT - SPC’s liability insurance carrier is required.

What We'll Offer (Full-time employees)

• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Medical plans (4 choices)
• Dental plans (2 choices)
• Vision plans (2 choices)
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Retail Allowance
• Company-paid Life/AD&D and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Elder Care Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• and much more!

Benefits

EMPACT-SPC is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services and accredited by the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) AND The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).

Equal Employment Opportunity

EMPACT-SPC/La Frontera Arizona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

At-will Employment

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.