Health and Housing Specialist Position in Phoenix - BHT​/ SMI Experience; +$3​/Hour Differential

Job Details

• Title: Health and Housing Specialist
• Location: Desert Cove – Phoenix, AZ 85029
• Position Type: Full Time
• Shift: Day Shift (Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm or 8:30am – 5:30pm)
• Travel: Up to 80% in the field
• Category: Behavioral Health / Social Work
• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; associate or bachelor in a related field preferred
• Salary: $17.87 – $21.37 per hour, plus $3 per hour differential pay; language differential $1 per hour for Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili, or ASL
• Benefits: 401(k) match, paid time off, multiple medical/dental plans, disability insurance, pet insurance, wellness program, employee assistance program, tuition discounts, and various employee perks

• Provide direct, face‑to‑face community‑based services to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining housing.
• Conduct screenings, intakes, and assessments to evaluate presenting problems and develop treatment plan goals.
• Provide outreach to engage clients in PSH services and orient potential clients to the H20 program.
• Arrange transportation for clients as medically necessary, using personal or Terros Health–provided vehicles when available.
• Ensure ongoing collaboration by communicating clinical information with other involved parties.
• Coordinate care with clients’ families, behavioral and general medical providers, community resources, and other supports.
• Assist clients in connecting to primary health services, including follow‑up on medical appointments.
• Deliver excellent customer service to clients, internal and external agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain active caseload of up to 15 clients, contacting each at least four times per week.

• High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1.5 years behavioral‑health experience, or associate or bachelor in a behavioral‑health or related field with appropriate experience.
• Interpersonal skills for professional relationships with co‑workers, clients, families, and community members.
• Effective communication skills: non‑judgemental approach, active listening, and positive interactions.
• Ability to work independently, flexibly, and within prescribed deadlines.
• Basic understanding of DSM‑5 (preferred).
• Computer skills:
  Microsoft Office suite, electronic medical records;
  Next Gen experience preferred.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license; legally 21 years of age with at least 3 years of driving experience; meet Terros Health’s driving policy.
• Must pass a drug screen, TB test, and criminal background check.
• Must obtain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level1) within 7 working days of assuming the role.

• Multiple medical plans (including a no‑premium plan for employees and families)
• Multiple dental plans (including orthodontia)
• 401(k) with company match; interest‑free medical line of credit; financial education and planning support
• Paid time off: 4 weeks in the first year; additional sick/holiday accruals
• Wellness program and pet insurance
• Group life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program for the whole family
• Access to personal and family mental and physical health resources
• Professional growth and development: scholarships, clinical supervision, CEUs, tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix
• Employee perks: gym memberships, car rentals, flights, hotels, movies, and more