Early Care Specialists EMPACT

Job Description

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. 

You can view all our job openings at: -empact.org/join-us/

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 have multiple opportunities for Early Care Specialists to join our team. The Early Care Specialist interact in the community with families and children as a liaison. This position will provide direct clinical service, education, support and assessment to the birth to five population. In addition, utilizing tools and skills to assist children and families in the birth-5 population attain resources essential to developing. As well as training and consultation within department and clinical teams serving population.

What you’ll provide:

• Must meet qualifications for Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) status with either a bachelor’s degree or higher AND one year of behavioral health experience OR an associate’s degree AND two years of behavioral health experience OR a high school diploma AND four years of behavioral health experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in related field strongly preferred.
• Must have knowledge of Infant/Toddler Development and/or Early Care and Education or other standards for birth to five.
• Must have good clinical report writing ability and knowledge of basic computer applications and Electronic Health Record.
• Good time management skills and ability to work independently.
• Provide direct clinical service, education, support and assessment to the birth to five population. 
• In addition, utilizing developmental tools and skills to assist children and families in the birth-5 population attain resources essential for obtaining their development.  
• Knowledge of CFT process and Arizona 12 Principles preferred. 
• Must have a valid AZ driver's license, with no infractions for the past 3 years so you will be approved by our insurance carrier for liability insurance.
• Must have regular access to reliable transportation.
• Must have a Fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) Diff per hour available.
• Must be at least 21 years of age 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 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 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:

(Full-time employees)

• 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.