Behavior Management Specialists 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. You can view all our job openings at: https://lafronteraaz-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 currently have Multiple Openings for Teen Resiliency Program (TRP) Behavior Management Specialist at our TEMPE OR GLENDALE 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. This is a great opportunity for someone who is a self-starter; can work well within a team and is able to work a flexible schedule. It will facilitate groups assisting adolescents to work toward independent living, as well as healthy activities in the community.

Must have knowledge and experience in the area of behavior management and parent partnering/education; working 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 7 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 member, families and teens. Experience working with children in DCS care and knowledge of the RBHA children system preferred. Experience assisting teens with independent livings skills and transiting 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 be able to work with multiple systems and children and families in crisis. 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…

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