Crisis Specialist all Shifts EMPACT

La Frontera Arizona • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

EMPACT- Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is an industry-leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing valued community services and resources for behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention since 1987. We are an EEO/AA Employer. Empact is proud to be part of a Premier Crisis system being modeled throughout the country. Come join a team that is driving change. This is a great opportunity for a Crisis Specialist to join our dynamic department in Tempe or Glendale, AZ and provide crisis services. The job responsibilities will include but are not limited to responding to crisis calls, completing crisis interventions for ongoing clients, case management and coordination of care, as well as interfacing with first responders. Services will be provided according to training, experience, and certification as assigned. This position will require an individual with skills in working in a high-paced environment in a Crisis setting. Wage Differential available.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a directly related field.
• 1 year of Behavioral Health experience OR the qualifications to meet BHT level requirements.
• Experience in Crisis Services, Outpatient Services or Community Outreach is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in stressful situations and collaborate/work in a team environment.
• Spanish/English bilingual preferred.
• Must possess valid AZ Driver's license with no major infractions for the past 39 months.
• Fingerprint clearance card required or eligibility to obtain one.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sub-acute or urgent psychiatric settings.
• Bilingual Differential Pay per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct in-home, in-office, in-school and community based crisis services.
• Ensure quality service delivery including clinical care and all associated documentation.
• Provide comprehensive services to clients and assist in coordinating communication with other departments of the agency.
• Comply with the agency's standard of care for service delivery.
• Perform job duties in a safe manner at all times; provide support for team members and perform cooperatively and professionally as part of a cohesive team.
• Oversee everyday functioning of department vehicles and report incidents involving damage or theft.
• Work in potentially volatile situations and react in a professional manner to crisis situations.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings, even if they fall outside of the regularly scheduled shift.
• Assist in providing guidance to new staff or Interns for intervention, documentation, and process flow.

Benefits

• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Medical plans (4 choices)
• Dental plans (2 choices)
• Vision plans (2 choices)
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Retirement Allowance
• Company paid Life/AD&D and Long-term Disability
• Voluntary additional Life and Short-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Elder Care assistance
• Pet Insurance and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree