Childrens Case Managers EMPACT

La Frontera Center•Apache Junction, AZ

20h•Onsite

About The Position

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is seeking Children's Case Managers to join their Apache Junction team. This is a full-time position that requires flexibility in scheduling to meet client and family needs. The role involves providing direct crisis intervention, support, transportation, and education to families and children, either independently or in conjunction with other in-home services. Responsibilities include completing family needs assessments, making referrals to partners and community services, ensuring continuity of care, and coordinating communications with other departments or collaborators.

Requirements

Must meet BHT requirements with either a bachelor’s degree or higher and one year of behavioral health experience OR an associate’s degree and two years of behavioral health experience OR a high school diploma AND four years of behavioral health experience.
Must have experience with the Child and Family Team process.
Must have Fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
Must have a valid AZ driver's license with no major infractions in the past three years.
Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.
Demonstrated ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, recognize personal limitations, and relate positively and with empathy to all persons regardless of age, race, creed, gender or sexual orientation.
At time of hire, a 3-year state driving record with no major infractions or excessive driving violations/tickets is required.
All employees will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual (Spanish) is preferred.
Bi-lingual Diff and Rural Diff per hour available.

Responsibilities

Provide direct service crisis intervention, support, transportation and education to families and children.
Complete family needs assessments.
Make appropriate referrals to collaborating partners and other community services.
Ensure the continuity of care in the provision of comprehensive services to clients.
Assist in coordinating communications with other departments of the agency or with collaborators.
Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical professional practice and the policies and procedures of the agency.
Maintain a professional demeanor and positive working relationships with internal and external team members, stakeholders, and community and business partners.
If driving while on agency time or on agency business, a valid Arizona driver license and appropriate liability insurance and approval for liability coverage with EMPACT - SPC’s liability insurance carrier is required.