La Frontera Center Inc.·Tempe, Arizona
Provide direct in-home, in-office, and community-based crisis counseling and follow-up services for youth, adults, and families. Coordinate care with other agency departments and external community behavioral health organizations while maintaining detailed clinical records.
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.
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EMPACT-SPC is proud to be part of a Premier Crisis system being modeled throughout the country. Come join a team that is driving change.
We have multiple opportunities for Mobile Crisis Therapists at both our Tempe and Glendale locations.
The responsibilities for this ENTRY LEVEL Mobile Crisis Therapist role include, but are not limited to, responding to crisis calls, completing crisis intervention for ongoing clients, case management and coordination of care, as well as interfacing with first responders.
Services will be provided according to training, experience, and certification as assigned.
This position will require an individual with skills in working in a high paced environment in a Crisis setting.
Therapist shifts start at the office with time split between driving to crisis calls and seeing clients in the community.
Our Crisis team fosters, mentors and establishes New therapists into the field.
Learn from the best!
*All mobile team shifts receive a MOBILE WAGE DIFFERENTIAL and CRISIS WAGE differential.*
*Due to the nature of business in Crisis work, breaks/mealtimes are generally taken while on shift, in between calls. If an employee needs an extended break for personal reasons, this needs to be discussed with the department supervisor or On-Call Coordinator.
Minimum of a Master's Degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a directly related field.
Minimum of Two years previous experience in Crisis Services preferred and special consideration given to those who have experience in sub acute or urgent psychiatric settings.
Flexible to extend work shift to complete crisis work, paperwork, etc. as needed.
Demonstrated ability to remain calm in stressful situations and collaborate/work in a team environment.
Spanish/English bilingual preferred. *Receive Bilingual Differential
Must possess valid AZ Driver's license with no major infractions for the past 39 months.
Fingerprint clearance card required or must be eligible to obtain one.
Must be at least 21 years of age 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.
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.