Rehabilitation Specialist

About the Role

• Rehabilitation Specialist position in Phoenix, AZ, at the 23rd Avenue Health Center.
• Role is for individuals diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment.
• Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
• No weekends.
• Additional $1.50/hr SMI Shift Differential.
• Additional Language Differential Pay available.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists clients with identifying treatment and recovery goals.
• Provides supportive services to help clients reach their goals.
• Implements services identified in the Individual Service Plans.
• Coordinates and monitors rehabilitation-related services for clients.
• Communicates and documents client progress toward their recovery.
• Embraces the recovery philosophy and promotes a safe recovery environment.
• Uses brief clinical interventions, Motivational Interviewing, and supportive listening skills to engage and support clients.
• Engages and provides direct supports to clients’ natural support systems.
• Works in partnership with co-located Employment Specialists, RSA Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, community program providers, and other parties to assist clients increase or maintain employment, education, and other meaningful daily activities.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Valid AZ Driver License.
• Must be 21 years of age with a minimum of 4 years driving experience.
• Must 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.
• Interpersonal skills for professional and positive relationships with co-workers, members, families, and community members.
• Good communication skills, evidenced by a non-judgmental approach, effective listening, and positive interactions.
• Basic understanding of the DSM-V preferred.
• Must pass background check, TB test, and other pre-employment screening.
• Minimum typing speed of 25 wpm.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in behavioral health, OR
• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of behavioral health experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree (not in behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health and any behavioral health experience, OR
• Master’s degree or higher in behavioral health.
• 1 year of supervised experience as a Rehabilitation or Employment Specialist, or Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor preferred.