Overview
We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for an ACT Substance Abuse Specialist. You will serve as a substance abuse expert on an 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.
Responsibilities
This role does not require a clinical license, but substance abuse services experience is required.
Pay starting at $19.21/hour (DOE)
$2.00/hour ACT Differential IN ADDITION to base pay
$2,000 Sign on Bonus
Schedule:
Sunday: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Monday: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday: 7:30am-4:30pm
Wednesday: 7:30am-4:30pm
Thursday: 7:30am-4:30pm
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY OFF
Location:
8804 N 23rd Ave, STE A1/A2, Phoenix, AZ 85021 and in the community (approximately 20% in an office setting, 80% in the field)
Must have very flexible schedule as this team provides treatment 7 days/week, including weekends and holidays
Duties Include:
- Works as a team member of an ACT clinical team to assess member needs and goals, participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a member advocate and liaisons with families and community agencies.
- Utilizes Motivational Interviewing techniques to effectively engage members into treatment services.
- Provides time-unlimited (O7), community-based services (S1) to all ACT team clients served on the ACT team, including but not limited to: Assessment of client needs and level of functioning, developing individual treatment plans, providing direct care, coordinating services across providers, advocating for client, medication observation and education, independent living skills training, and identifying and procuring meaningful daily activities
- Facilitates substance use treatment, both individually and in groups, per clients’ individual service plan. Provides other therapeutic counseling services to ACT clients, based on clients’ individual needs and treatment recommendations
Benefits Include:
- Medical plans
- Dental plans
- Vision insurance
- 4 weeks of PTO in the first year
- Pet insurance
Qualifications
Education and/or experience may run concurrent
- GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience or,
- An associates degree in the field of medical or behavioral, or
- A bachelor's degree (not in the field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience, or
- A bachelor's degree in the field of behavioral, or
- A master's degree or higher in the field of behavioral health
- Required: Strong understanding of substance use, addiction, and recovery clinicals
- Required: Must have 1 year of substance use counseling experience (individuals, groups, etc.)
- Microsoft Word programs and and an electronic medical record (NextGen preferred)
- Must have a valid Level 1 Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or the ability to apply for one within 7 working days of assuming role
- Must be 21 years of age or older, with a valid Arizona driver’s license, and a minimum of 4 years driving experience
- Must use personal vehicle for this role
- Interpersonal skills which create 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
- Must be able to to pass a TB test
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.21 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Please acknowledge that you've reviewed the schedule posted on this positon. The position schedule is non-negotiable at this time. Thank you!
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Addiction counseling: 1 year (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person