ACT Housing Specialist

Job Details

Job Location:

Priest Drive — Tempe, AZ 85281

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Salary Range: $19.12 - $22.87 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
Up to 50%

Job Shift: Day Shift

Job Category:
Behavioral Health/Social Work

Primary hours at the site:
Mon‑Fri 7:30AM – 6:00PM. Must have a very flexible schedule as the team provides treatment 7 days/week, including weekends and holidays.

• Provides direct treatment, rehabilitative, and supportive services that support independent living in a community setting for members.
• Works with patients and the ACT team staff to assess patient needs and wants, assist in locating housing of their choice, and facilitate access to affordable, safe, decent, and permanent housing.
• Supports patients in protecting their tenancy rights regardless of participation in ACT team services.
• Participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a patient advocate, and liaises with families and community agencies.
• Provides on‑call crisis intervention services, and covers weekend and holiday shifts (schedule flexibility required).

• 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.
• Four weeks of paid time off in the first year.
• Wellness 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.
• Tuition discounts with GCU and The University of Phoenix.
• Employee perks and discounts: gym memberships, car rentals, flights, hotels, movies, and more.
• Additional language pay differential.

• 3 years experience in the delivery of behavioral health, or
• Bachelor’s in Behavioral Health or related field with 1 year of behavioral health experience, or
• Master’s Degree in Behavioral Health field.
• 3 years working as a housing specialist preferred; minimum of 1 year required.
• Must have a good understanding of housing resources within Maricopa County.
• Must be 21 years of age or older, with a valid Arizona driver’s license, and meet the requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy.
• Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level
  1) or apply for one within 7 working days of employment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, electronic medical record, Next Gen preferred.
• Interpersonal skills that allow for professional and positive relationships with co‑workers, members, families, and other community members.
• Must pass a TB test, background check, and other pre‑employment screenings.
• Must pass a 25wpm typing test.