Lead Recovery Technician EMPACT

Lead Recovery Technician EMPACT Active Regular Full-Time Mesa, AZ, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 4007 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: This is a great opportunity to be a part of something transformational by providing support to clients in our 24/7 facility. We are looking for caring, reliable, determined individuals as part of a great team that can change lives. The purpose of the Recovery Technician Lead position is to facilitate Recovery Technician duties as well as provide supervisory support to the Clinical Coordinator and Recovery Technician team. The schedule for this position will be Monday - Friday 3pm - 11pm. Essential Responsibilities: Assist the Clinical Coordinator with administrative and compliance functions; provide instruction and training for staff, interns, and contract staff as opportunities permit or as assigned. Direct the day-to-day operations of the program; schedule meetings and services, and arrange for coverage as needed. Facilitate the residential admission and discharge processes including processing incoming referrals, facilitating screenings, admission, clinical assessment, and discharge. Provide 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. Direct, participate in, and assist clients in planning and carrying out daily activities, and evaluate clients during activities. Maintain clinical documentation, including client progress toward goals, documentation of activities, medication observation records, shift notes, etc. Provide orientation to new clients upon intake. Maintain all client records in current status and in accordance with agency policies and procedures, as well as health plan, state, and federal requirements. Produce complete, timely, thorough, quality clinical documentation of all services rendered, both billable and non-billable, as required. Provide transportation to consumers as appropriate and determined by the residential team. Attend regular scheduled weekly supervision meetings; seek additional supervision as needed. Participate in all regularly scheduled administrative, in-service, and department staff meetings. Recommend changes to the Clinical Coordinator or Department Manager that would improve service delivery; implement changes and new programming as directed. Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of treatment through ongoing assessment of the person and input from the person and relevant others, modifying the service plan as necessary. Adhere to agency policies and procedures and comply with the agency’s standard of care for service delivery. Assist with Quality Management, Quality Assurance, and Utilization Review. Perform additional related duties as requested. What you’ll provide: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Family Studies, or other behavioral health field, or 4 years of experience in direct behavioral health services to meet BHT requirements. Experience working with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Valid AZ driver’s license with no major infractions in the past three years. Fingerprint clearance card or eligibility to obtain one. 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 agency policies and procedures. 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. 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 Elder Care Assistance Pet Insurance and much more! 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr La Frontera Center Inc.