Mobile Crisis Therapist – Field-Based Crisis Specialist

LA FRONTERA CENTER, INC.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays per year

Medical plans

Dental plans

Life/AD&D and Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Licensure Reimbursement

Elder Care assistance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

LA FRONTERA CENTER, INC. is seeking Mobile Crisis Therapists for crisis response and ongoing client support in Tempe, Glendale, and San Tan locations. The role involves in-home, in-office, and community-based crisis counseling, case management, and coordination of care in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes crisis intervention, teamwork, and training for interns and new staff, with a focus on maintaining high-quality documentation and interagency collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a directly related field.
• Two years previous experience in Crisis Services preferred and special consideration given to those who have experience in sub acute or urgent psychiatric settings.
• Flexible to extend work shift to complete crisis work, paperwork, etc. as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm in stressful situations and collaborate/work in a team environment.
• Must possess valid AZ Driver's license with no major infractions for the past 39 months.
• Fingerprint clearance card required or must be eligible to obtain one.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct in-home, in-office, and community based crisis counseling and follow-up services as assigned.
• Counseling services will be provided to youth, adults and families.
• Provide comprehensive services to clients and coordinate communication with other departments in the agency to accomplish continuity of care.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all related state, community behavioral health, and contracting organizations.
• Provide instruction and training for interns, pool staff, and new staff as assigned by the Program Coordinator or Department Manager.
• Ensure quality service delivery including clinical care and all associated documentation.
• Maintain all client records in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional conduct and positive working relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Crisis Counseling

Crisis Intervention

Case Management

Interagency Coordination

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in psychology/counseling/social work or related field

Job description

LA FRONTERA CENTER, INC. is seeking Mobile Crisis Therapists for crisis response and ongoing client support in Tempe, Glendale, and San Tan locations. The role involves in-home, in-office, and community-based crisis counseling, case management, and coordination of care in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes crisis intervention, teamwork, and training for interns and new staff, with a focus on maintaining high-quality documentation and interagency collaboration.