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Phoenix, Arizona

Case Manager Position in Phoenix; SMI/ Behavioral Health; 23rd Ave/Peoria; $1.50 Differential Pay

Case Management / Care CoordinationNo nightsFull-Time

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$17.87-$21.37/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Desert Cove - Phoenix, AZ
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
  • Salary Range: $17.87 - $21.37Hourly
  • Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
  • Job Shift: Day Shift
  • Job Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work, Terros Health is pleased to share an exciting and rewarding opportunity for Case Managers working at our Desert Cove Recovery Health Center location in Phoenix, AZ. Terros Health is a health care company focused on the whole person, providing primary care and specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for nearly 60 years. We help people live their lives in recovery and we save lives every day. Our vision is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people, achieving exceptional outcomes. We are guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment, with diversity woven throughout. Together, we are Inspiring Change for Life! If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Healthcare Organizations that promotes Hope, Health and Healing, we encourage you to apply! HOPE ~ HEALTH ~~ HEALING terroshealth.org Terros Health is hiring CASE MANAGERS for our Desert Cove Recovery Health Center in Phoenix, AZ Full-Time; 40 hours/week Available Schedules: 7:30am-4:30pm, 8am-5pm, or 8:30am-5:30pm Primary
  • Location: Near Peoria/ I-17 Reliable Transportation is Required - Position includes work in the community and assisting members including transporting them as needed for appointments, etc. (Mileage Reimbursement Offered - IRS Recommended Amount) Education/Experience Requirement: High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience; or Associate’s degree in the field of medical or behavioral health; or A bachelor’s degree (not in a related field of behavioral health) and 1 year of behavioral health experience; or A bachelor’s degree or higher in the field of behavioral health; SMI Experience Preferred
  • Compensation: $17.87-21.37

+/hour (depending on years of BH experience and education level) PLUS a $1.50/hour SMI Care Team Differential Pay Additional Language Differential Pay Available: Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili or ASL: $1/hour (Approximately $2,080 Annually) The Case Manager works as part of an interdisciplinary team to support individuals with serious mental illness/general mental health in improving their daily functioning, independence, and overall quality of life. This role focuses on active engagement and delivery of meaningful services that help individuals build skills, access resources, and maintain stability in the community. Services are purposeful, goal-directed, and aligned with each individual’s treatment plan, with a clear focus on improving functioning and health plan goals. Duties include: Active Engagement & Treatment-Focused Services Provides direct, face-to-face services in the home, community, or clinic that support treatment goals. Uses each interaction to teach, coach, or support skill-building related to daily living, health, and recovery. Engages individuals using strength-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented approaches. Proactively re-engages individuals who are disengaged, difficult to reach, or at higher risk. Engages regularly with individual to identify and implement goals and interventions. Improving Functioning & Quality of Life Supports individuals in building skills related to independent living, housing stability, employment, relationships, and self-care. Helps individuals navigate real-life challenges and practice skills in real-world settings. Focuses on progress over time, not just service completion. Encourages increasing independence while avoiding long-term dependence on services. Purposeful Service Planning & Follow-Through Develops and implements individualized service plans that are clear, realistic, and focused on functional outcomes. Ensures services provided are directly connected to goals and needs. Follows through on identified needs and closes the loop on referrals, resources, and supports. Adjusts approach based on individual progress, engagement, and changing needs. Care Coordination that Supports Progress Coordinates with internal and external members of the service team including behavioral health, medical providers and community partners to support whole-person care. Assists individuals through transitions (e. g., hospitalization, incarceration, discharge) to maintain stability. Communicates effectively with providers and supports to ensure continuity and consistency of care. Documentation & Accountability Completes timely, accurate documentation that clearly reflects the service provided, purpose of the interaction, and progress toward goals Ensures documentation demonstrates active engagement and meaningful interventions. Maintains productivity expectations while prioritizing quality and appropriateness of services. Professional Expectations Demonstrates accountability, reliability, and follow-through in managing caseload. Maintains professional boundaries and adheres to policies and ethical standards. Maintains agency guidelines and deadlines with professional development/learning management requirements. Benefits & Wellness We invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage Vision insurance Group life and disability insurance Pet insurance 401(k) plan with company match Interest-free medical line of credit Financial education, planning, and support resources Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits Bilingual pay differential Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year Paid Sick Time 10 paid holidays annually Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members Trip Reduction Program Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including: Scholarships Clinical supervision Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU) Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships Car rentals Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more Qualifications: Education & Experience The applicant must meet one of the following:

  • High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience, OR
  • Associate’s degree in a related field, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a non-behavioral health field with 1 year of behavioral health experience, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral health–related field Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to engage individuals using a non-judgmental, person-centered, and recovery-oriented approach
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening and clear documentation
  • Ability to provide active, treatment-focused services that support skill-building and improved functioning
  • Basic understanding of serious mental illness, co-occurring conditions, and community-based care
  • Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity expectations
  • Ability to respond to changing situations, including crisis or high-risk scenarios, with appropriate support
  • Basic computer skills and ability to utilize an electronic health record (EHR) Licensure & Requirements
  • Valid Arizona Driver’s License and ability to meet organizational driving requirements
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)
  • Successful completion of background check
  • Ability to work in both office and community-based settings Preferred (but not required)
  • Experience working with diverse populations in behavioral health, including individuals with serious mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and varying levels of care needs.
  • Experience providing community-based or field-based services
  • Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing or other engagement techniques
  • Knowledge of local community resources and systems of care

Key Responsibilities

The Case Manager provides direct, face-to-face services in the community and clinic to support individuals with serious mental illness in improving their daily functioning. Responsibilities include developing individualized service plans, coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams, and documenting progress toward recovery goals.

Requirements

Candidates must possess at least a high school diploma or GED with 1.5 years of behavioral health experience, or a relevant degree. A valid Arizona driver's license, a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, and the ability to work in community settings are required.

Key Skills

Case managementMental health supportCrisis interventionTrauma-informed careStrength-based approachCommunity outreachElectronic health recordsInterdisciplinary collaboration

Case Management & Care Coordination Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$41k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $41k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Case Management & Care Coordination pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Case Management & Care Coordination market look like in Arizona?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in case management & care coordination (healthcare admin)ranked against 507 Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$37k–$44kCase Management & Care Coordination median $48k (middle half $43k–$54k)96 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$41k in purchasing powerArizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Case Management & Care Coordination listings in Arizona40 active517 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 25% remote · 15% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Case Management & Care Coordination listings164 in the last 30 days104 the 30 days before (+58%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Case Management & Care Coordination pay trend−5.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (507 Case Management & Care Coordination (Healthcare Admin) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Terros Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Phoenix, Arizona
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Multiple medical plan options including no-premium plan
Multiple dental plan options including orthodontic coverage
Vision insurance
Group life and disability insurance
Pet insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Interest-free medical line of credit
Financial education and planning resources

Living in Phoenix

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$405k
Typical market rent
$1,571/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.