Crisis Intervention Specialist - In-Home & Community

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Elder Care assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center seeks a Crisis Specialist to provide direct crisis intervention services in home, school, and community settings for children and families involved with the Department of Child Safety (DCS). The role includes de-escalation, transportation, and coordination with multiple systems to ensure continuity of care.

This full-time position offers a robust benefits package and requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work (or related

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field (or equivalent).
• 1 year full-time behavioral health work experience or higher, or 2 years with associate’s degree.
• Bilingual Spanish ability is a plus; fingerprint clearance or eligibility to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct crisis services in home, school, and community settings.
• Coordinate care with Behavioral Health providers, Juvenile Probation, School, and DCS.
• Maintain client records per agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure quality service delivery and documentation.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Communication

Time management

Bilingual Spanish

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or related field

One year full-time behavioral health work experience or higher

Associate's degree with two years behavioral health experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records system

Job description

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center seeks a Crisis Specialist to provide direct crisis intervention services in home, school, and community settings for children and families involved with the Department of Child Safety (DCS). The role includes de-escalation, transportation, and coordination with multiple systems to ensure continuity of care.

This full-time position offers a robust benefits package and requires a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work (or related