Behavior Management Specialist TRP EMPACT

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 EMPACT‑SPC is on the cutting edge in providing unconditional service to children and families. We offer many opportunities for professional development and growth. Our Children’s Services Department is constantly developing and enhancing programs to meet the needs of families in the community. We are currently hiring for a Teen Resiliency Program (TRP) Behavior Management Specialist at our Tempe location. This position focuses on providing direct support with a strong emphasis on behavior management to adolescents and families in their homes, schools and/or in the community. It will facilitate groups helping adolescents to work toward independent living, as well as healthy activities in the community. Must have knowledge and experience in behavior management and parent partnering/education, and have worked in collaboration with teams serving families within the Child and Family Team process consistent with the Arizona Vision/12 principles. Must be able to adhere to deadlines, medical records compliance and performance requirements. Some evening hours required. Are you comfortable transporting up to seven youth at a time? Are you willing to transport youth to and from events? Are you willing to work with teenagers in the community and attend community events? What You’ll Provide High School Diploma/GED is required. BHT level as stipulated by AZDHS/BHS is preferred. Experience working with at‑risk adolescents preferred. Must have minimum of one year prior experience in an applicable or relevant setting pertinent to the position. Knowledge of Behavior Management Techniques. Ability to facilitate meetings and groups with community members, families and teens. Experience working with children in DCS care and knowledge of the RBHA children system preferred. Experience assisting teens with independent living skills and transitioning to adulthood preferred. Must be able to work with multiple systems and children and families in crisis. Teen substance abuse experience preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills is required. Must have excellent time management skills; be able to meet deadlines and timely documentation. Must have Fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one. Must have a valid AZ driver’s license with no major infractions in the past three years. Must have regular access to reliable transportation. Bi‑lingual (Spanish). Diff per hour available. Must be 21 years of age or older at time of employment. 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 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 EMPACT - Suicide Prevention Center