La Frontera Center Inc.·Benson, Arizona
Develops and coordinates treatment plans and recovery services for adults and children within a trauma-informed framework. Manages clinical records and facilitates collaboration between medical providers, families, and behavioral health systems.
Provides services to adults, children, and/or their families. Assists in developing, evaluating, and coordinating treatment plans and recovery services.
Establish a collaborative, respectful, and outcome focused relationship with the individual(s) receiving services.
Collect and review intake and assessment documents, and other pertinent materials.
Develop, with the individual, and the input of the child and family or recovery team, a clinical assessment of history and functioning, the individual service plan, and a crisis and safety plan, taking into consideration the strengths, needs, preferences, and abilities of the individual and/or their family.
Coordinate and implement the service plan in accordance with the following State rules: 1) assist the individual in the development of a recovery plan 2) develop a functional assessment of individual’s strengths and needs toward achieving recovery goals 3) assist the individual in identifying recovery goals and objectives 4) identify services to be provided to achieve the goals and objectives and either provide those services or arrange for their provision as appropriate within the scope of behavioral health services; and, 5) assist the individual in identifying natural supports, family or non-behavioral health resources toward achieving the recovery goals.
Assist in the maintenance and coordination of the clinical record. Has responsibility for: 1) ensuring that the clinical record is complete and up to date; 2) documentation of progress towards the goals and objectives of the service plan; (3) documentation of services provided; and 4) documentation that services identified on the ISP have been provided, or if not, documentation of the reasons why services were not provided.
Provide services through face-to-face contacts, telephone contacts, and collateral contacts providing community, in-home, and clinic-based supports.
Monitor with the child and family or recovery team the individual's receipt of behavioral health services and response to those services and collaborate with the individual to determine the need for changes in provision and array of services.
Establish, as appropriate and with appropriate consents, a relationship with family members, natural supports, and care providers of the individual receiving services
As appropriate, and with consent, coordinate with family members, medical providers, probation, DCS, and other agencies for information related to the individual’s behavioral health needs.
Facilitates Child and Family Team meetings or Adult Recovery Team meetings for ongoing assessment of the progress and needs of the individual.
Interact with all components of the behavioral health delivery system, the primary care physician, and other members of the child and family or recovery team.
Obtain appropriate prior authorization of inpatient, partial hospitalization, residential and other services that require prior authorization.
May facilitate coordination between the behavioral health system and Pima County Jail, Arizona State Hospital, level I & II facilities, detoxification facilities, and crisis centers.
Coordinates, or provides directly, transportation as needed to medically necessary behavioral health or medical services (for integrated care members).
Documents all interactions and services provided in progress notes in the electronic health record.
Assist in identifying third party liability.
Coordinate all care and services required to enhance and facilitate the optimal physical and behavioral health wellness of persons served within a trauma-informed care framework. This includes: 1) facilitating communication between medical and behavioral health practitioners/systems; 2) assisting with scheduling of and compliance with preventative and specialty physical health interventions; 3) integrating treatment interventions to address both the physical and behavioral health needs of the person/family concurrently; 4) assist persons/families served with education and resources outlining the interplay of physical and behavioral health issues on overall wellness and quality of life.
An individual may qualify for the position if the individual is able to “perform safely” the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. “Perform safely” means to perform without causing a direct threat to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation, as defined by 42 U.S.C. #12111(b) and the EEOC’s regulations, 29 C.F.R #1630.2(r).
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree or master's degree or in a field related to behavioral health, or other health related field
Bachelor’s degree in any field
Associate’s degree and two years of behavioral health work experience
High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and four years of full-time behavioral health work experience
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Good driving record.
Fingerprint clearance
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Demonstrated competency in Managed Care systems and provider networks.
Demonstrated competency in the adult recovery model (for working with adults).
Demonstrated competency in the philosophy of behavioral health programs.
Experience or education in child development preferred for positions serving children
Demonstrated competency in case management roles and responsibilities.
Demonstrated competency in case management procedures and allocation of resources.
Demonstrated competency in the characteristics of behavioral health issues and levels of severity.
Reliable transportation, Valid AZ driver’s license, automobile insurance, and good driving record.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Proof of physical exam and annual proof of TB skin Test.
Fingerprint Clearance - If working with children (clients under 18) or work in or on a premises where children’s services are rendered.
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La Frontera Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or in any other term, condition, or privilege of employment with regards to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, or any status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants and employees be given equal opportunity and that hiring and other employment-related decisions are based on job-related factors.
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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.
