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About Valle del Sol

Join Valle del Sol in our commitment to providing quality, culturally sensitive integrated primary care and behavioral health services to adults, children, and adolescents in need. Valle del Sol offers a diverse work environment, competitive pay and benefits, and the opportunity for training and advancement.

The SMI Rehabilitation Specialist provides psychiatric rehabilitation, vocational support, and skills-based services to individuals enrolled in Valle del Sol's Serious Mental Illness (SMI) program. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team, this position assists members in identifying strengths, developing independent living skills, achieving employment and educational goals, accessing community resources, and increasing meaningful participation in community life.

Using a strengths-based, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, recovery-oriented, and person-centered approach, the SMI Rehabilitation Specialist develops and implements individualized rehabilitation interventions that promote recovery, independence, community integration, and improved quality of life.

Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services

Conduct psychiatric rehabilitation assessments to identify member strengths, interests, preferences, barriers, and rehabilitation goals.Utilize approved assessment tools, including the Vocational Activity Profile (VAP) or other organizationally approved instruments, to support individualized rehabilitation planning.Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation interventions that promote recovery, independent living, education, employment, social engagement, and meaningful community participation.Provide individual and group rehabilitation services that support skill development, role achievement, and increased independence.Assist members in developing skills necessary to achieve rehabilitation goals identified within the Individual Service Plan (ISP).

Vocational Rehabilitation & Community Integration

Identify members who may benefit from vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, educational opportunities, and other meaningful community activities.Coordinate timely referrals to vocational rehabilitation agencies, supported employment providers, educational resources, and community-based organizations.Monitor member participation and progress in rehabilitation, employment, education, and community integration activities.Develop collaborative relationships with employers, vocational providers, educational institutions, and community organizations that support member success.Educate members regarding employment opportunities, work incentives, benefits planning, psychiatric rehabilitation services, and community resources.

Care Coordination & Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Collaborate with behavioral health and medical providers, case managers, care coordinators, peer support specialists, families, and community partners to coordinate rehabilitation services.Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing review of Individual Service Plans (ISPs).Provide consultation, education, and technical support to team members regarding psychiatric rehabilitation principles, vocational services, and available community resources.Coordinate services that support members in achieving rehabilitation, educational, employment, housing, and community integration goals.

Documentation, Quality & Program Performance

Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with organizational policies, payer requirements, and regulatory standards.Maintain current demographic, educational, employment, and rehabilitation information to support service planning, care coordination, and reporting.Monitor assigned performance measures, productivity expectations, and quality indicators.Participate in quality improvement initiatives, program evaluations, required meetings, and performance improvement activities.

Professional Responsibilities

Demonstrates behavior consistent with Valle del Sol's mission, vision, values, and Emotional Quotients.Promotes culturally responsive, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centered services.Maintains competency in psychiatric rehabilitation, supported employment, recovery principles, and evidence-based rehabilitation practices.Participates in required training, continuing education, competency assessments, and professional development activities.Maintains all required certifications, clearances, and continuing education applicable to the position.Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a behavioral health-related field from an accredited institution; ORBachelor's or Master's degree in a non-behavioral health field, from an accredited institution, and one (1) year of behavioral health experience; ORAssociate degree, from an accredited institution, and two (2) years of behavioral health experience; ORHigh School diploma/GED and four (4) years of behavioral health experience, including one (1) year of direct patient contact.

Preferred:

Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Addiction Counseling, or a related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.

Experience

Required:

Experience providing behavioral health, psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery support, vocational services, or related human services.Experience working with adults diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or other complex behavioral health conditions.Experience collaborating within interdisciplinary healthcare or behavioral health teams.

Preferred:

Experience with supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, or psychiatric rehabilitation programs.Experience utilizing evidence-based psychiatric rehabilitation models.Experience within an integrated healthcare or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.

Licensure/Certification

Required:

Must meet qualifications for and obtain Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) credentialing within 90 days of hire and maintain credentialing requirements throughout employment.Must meet the licensure, certification, or credentialing requirements applicable to the position in accordance with Arizona law and applicable regulatory authorities.Must practice within the scope of applicable credentials consistent with organizational policies and the needs of the populations served.BLS certification, or ability to obtain within 5 days of start date.Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card, or ability to obtain within 5 days of start date.

Preferred:

Peer Support Certification.Chronic Disease Self-Management training.Specialized training related to SMI, High Needs, Early Childhood, or integrated care populations.Specialized training related to integrated care, social determinants of health, patient navigation, care transitions, or community resource coordination.

Other Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.Must be authorized to work in the United States.Must be able to pass pre- and continued employment screenings successfully.Access to reliable transportation.Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet Valle del Sol’s insurance requirements when driving a company vehicle.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery principles, supported employment, vocational rehabilitation, and community-based behavioral health services.Knowledge of Serious Mental Illness (SMI), behavioral health systems, community resources, and rehabilitation service delivery.Knowledge of evidence-based psychiatric rehabilitation practices, recovery-oriented care, and person-centered planning.Ability to conduct rehabilitation assessments and develop individualized rehabilitation interventions.Ability to coordinate services and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, community providers, and vocational partners.Ability to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with members, families, and community stakeholders.Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and documentation skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and compliance standards.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health record (EHR) systems.Ability to communicate effectively with members, families, staff, and community partners.Ability to maintain accurate documentation and comply with regulatory requirements.Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and integrated care environments.Ability to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centered services.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment

This position may operate in clinical, office, or community settings including clinics, administrative offices, outreach locations, client homes, partner agencies, and community sites. Employees may interact with individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges, emotional distress, or complex social needs. Standard safety precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required as applicable.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Typical requirements may include:

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, and reaching for extended periodsOperating computers, mobile devices, and standard office or clinical equipmentTravel to various Valle del Sol locations or community sites when requiredLifting or moving materials or equipment up to 25 pounds

Schedule & Travel

Work schedules may vary based on program needs and may include evening or weekend hours. Some positions may require local travel between Valle del Sol sites or community locations.

Equipment

Employees may operate standard office, clinical, and communication equipment including computers, phones, printers, electronic health record systems, laptops, and mobile devices.

COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

Employees must maintain compliance with all Valle del Sol policies and applicable regulatory requirements, which may include:

Licensure, certification, credentialing, and/or privileging requirements applicable to the position.Required immunizations and occupational health clearances.Tuberculosis (TB) testing and Hepatitis B screening or declination, when applicable.Arizona Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card when required by law or program.Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record when operating a vehicle for company business.Completion and maintenance of required training, certifications, and continuing education.

Failure to obtain or maintain required credentials, clearances, or compliance requirements may impact eligibility for employment or continued assignment in the role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Valle del Sol is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Valle del Sol is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position or to participate in the interview process, please contact us at VdSHR@valledelsol.com.

Additional Information

This job description has been reviewed to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities or a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Benefits

401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programFlexible work schedulesVision insurance

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age.Must possess or obtain a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card (if required for the role).Must possess reliable transportation (if required for the role).Must be authorized to work in the United States.Bachelor’s degree in social work, public health, behavioral health, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.At least 1 year of experience working in behavioral health, case management, housing navigation, or benefits coordination.Understanding of SMI services, housing systems, and entitlement programs (e.g., AHCCCS, HUD, SSA).SOAR certification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire.Must have reliable transportation, valid Arizona driver’s license, and the ability to travel for home visits and community coordination.

The pay range for this role is:21 - 26 USD per hour(1209)

Compensation details: 21-26 Hourly Wage

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