Recovery Technicians Pool EMPACT

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical plans (4 choices)

Dental plans (2 choices)

Vision plans (2 choices)

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

La Frontera EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center is looking for a Recovery Technician in Phoenix, Arizona. This role involves counseling, education, and supervision of clients in both individual and group settings. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, be at least 21 years old, and possess strong communication skills. The position includes various benefits such as generous PTO, medical and dental plans, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of employment.
• Inpatient or Residential experience preferred.
• Must have a valid AZ driver’s license with no major infractions.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and education to clients in individual and group settings.
• Maintain clinical documentation of client progress.
• Intervene in crisis situations to avert potential issues.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to remain calm in crisis situations

Empathy towards clients

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Who We Are

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.

What You’ll Do

The Recovery Technician is a crucial position. This role provides counseling, education and supervision of clients in both individual and group settings as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals. Directs, participates and assists clients in planning and carrying out daily activities and evaluates clients during activities. Consults with and may make referrals to other community agencies to provide needed client services. Maintains clinical documentation including client progress towards goals, documentation of activities, medication observation records, shift notes etc. Intervenes in crisis situations and attempts to avert potential crisis situations. Provides orientation to new clients upon intake. Weekend and overnight differentials available.

Essential Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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’s license and appropriate liability insurance and approval for liability coverage with EMPACT - SPC’s liability insurance carrier are required. Out-of-state applicants must provide 3 years of driving record upon hire.
• Staff members who provide direct client services must be at least 21 years old. Staff members who provide support services (administrative or clinical) must be at least 18 years old. All employees will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Transport clients in agency vehicles as necessary.
• May assist in orientation and training of new staff members.
• May attend and participate in client staffing to determine progress and treatment outcomes.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Provide

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Inpatient or Residential experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Must have a valid AZ driver’s license with no major infractions in the past three years.
• Must have fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
• Must be 21 years of age or older at time of employment.

Additional Requirements And Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical professional practice and 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. At time of hire, a 3-year state driving record with no major infractions or excessive driving violations/tickets is required.

What We’ll Offer

• 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
• Licensure ReimbursementElder Care Assistance
• Pet Insurance and much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

EMPACT-SPC is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services and accredited by the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) and The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). EMPACT-SPC/La Frontera Arizona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All employees of EMPACT-SPC and La Frontera Arizona are employees "at will" as that term is understood in the State of Arizona. This means that employment may be terminated at any time without prior notice and for no stated reason. EMPACT-SPC/La Frontera Arizona reserves the right to modify position descriptions as needed and without notice. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.