La Frontera Center Inc.·San Tan Valley, Arizona
Promote an employment culture and assist high-risk populations in meeting employment and service goals. Act as the agency resource manager and expert for vocational rehabilitation services across various community settings.
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.
We are looking for an individual to join our team as an Employment Specialist for our Housing Opportunities and Meaningful Employment program.
The primary duties of the Employment Specialist are to assist with promoting an “employment culture” within the organization towards meeting the employment and other service goals as dictated by Arizona Department of Behavioral Health Services. The position will also assume the role of agency “resource manager” and “expert” in regard to vocational rehabilitation services.
Although able to work with all service recipients, primary target population will be high risk, high complex special populations. Services will be provided in an out-patient clinic, client/family homes, classroom and other community settings. This role is Days and Weekends.
High School Diploma/GED is required.
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Previous Supported Employment experience and knowledge of Disability Benefits 101 preferred.
One year of experience in providing rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities is required.
Experience/Understanding of SAMHSA's models of Permanent Supportive Housing as well as knowledge/use of SPDAT tool and understanding of SAMHSA's Supported Employment model preferred.
Knowledge/use of VI-SPDAT tool and understanding preferred.
Applicant must have passion for working with the public in helping to obtain employment, attend college classes, volunteer opportunities and vocational rehabilitation services.
Experience with local employment resources and collaborating with vocational rehabilitation preferred.
Community relationships and outreach experience is preferred.
Familiar with GED testing requirements.
Strong written communication skills including experience with resume writing.
Position will require the ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License, with no major infractions in the past three years is required.
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.
Fingerprint clearance card required or eligibility to obtain one.
Bi-lingual (Spanish) speaking is a plus.
Must be 21 years of age or older at time of employment.
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.
Requires a high school diploma and one year of experience providing rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities. A valid Arizona driver's license and fingerprint clearance card are mandatory.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Arizona often look for candidates who can connect directly with clients through lived experience and strong community-based support skills. These roles can be competitive because they may require a high school diploma, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and quick completion of Peer Support Certification, along with a valid Arizona driver’s license and fingerprint clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and clearance readiness before applying.
