Therapists EMPACT

La Frontera Center Inc.•San Tan Valley, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

EMPACT–Suicide Prevention Center, part of the La Frontera family, is a nonprofit organization providing behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention services. Therapists in the San Tan office provide direct clinical services, including individual, family, and group therapy for families, youth, and adults. The role includes clinical liaison and case management duties, quality service delivery, and maintaining complete client records in accordance with agency, RBHA, state, and federal requirements. Therapists participate in meetings, trainings, supervision, quality management activities, and collaboration with clinical, support, and administrative teams. The position requires at least 40 hours of work per week, with a goal of 30 hours of therapy services. Evening hours are required, and weekend hours may be needed to accommodate family schedules. The role includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, clinical documentation, treatment planning, and discharge and termination documentation. Therapists work independently while participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of treatment and prevention programs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a behavioral health field.
Must be at least 21 years old at the time of employment.
Must possess a valid fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license and a three-year driving record with no major infractions or excessive violations/tickets to qualify for the agency’s liability coverage.
Ability to work evening hours; weekend hours may be needed to accommodate family schedules.
Detail-oriented, able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and self-motivated.
Strong communication and team coordination skills.
Good time-management skills.
Ability to remain calm in crisis situations, work independently and cooperatively, and recognize personal limitations.
Ability to relate positively and empathetically to people regardless of age, race, creed, gender, or sexual orientation.
Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical practice and agency policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Licensure through AzBBHE and/or relevant work experience.
Experience in community behavioral health, specifically individual and family therapy.
Experience working with Cenpatico and MMIC.
Specialized training, such as play therapy training.
Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Provide psychotherapy to assess, diagnose, and treat adults and their families, tailoring services to individual needs.
Use community resources and referrals as appropriate to enhance and expand treatment.
Work at least 40 hours per week, with a goal of 30 hours of therapy services, and provide case management as needed.
Work independently and participate in developing, implementing, and evaluating treatment and prevention programs.
Prepare complete, timely, thorough clinical documentation for billable and non-billable services, including client participation and response.
Ensure quality clinical service delivery and use best-practice therapeutic approaches whenever possible.
Keep client records current and compliant with agency policies, RBHA requirements, and state and federal requirements.
Participate in the agency’s Quality Management Program as needed or requested.
Participate actively in regular supervision and receive feedback collaboratively.
Interact constructively with clinical, support, and administrative staff.
Attend meetings and trainings as requested.
Maintain professional and ethical conduct and positive working relationships with internal and external teams, stakeholders, and community and business partners.
When driving on agency time or business, maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license, appropriate liability insurance, and approval for coverage by the agency’s insurance carrier.