Substance Abuse Specialist EMPACT

Company: La Frontera Center Inc.
Location: Mesa
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

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. What you’ll do: The Substance Abuse Specialist provides substance abuse interventions and treatment on individual and group basis. Works as part of a clinical team to assess consumer needs and wants, participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a consumer advocate and liaison with families and community agencies. Serves as the team’s specialist for substance abuse issues by providing other team members with information and knowledge in respect to substance use issues. What you’ll provide: Bachelors Degree in marriage and family therapy, counseling, or social work required. AzBBHE Licensure is preferred. Experience working with substance abuse issues and facilitating groups is preferred. Must be organized and reliable, have knowledge of community resources, be trauma-informed, and be able to individualize treatment. Detail-oriented and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and written communication and strong customer service skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Must have a 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. Plus: Bi-lingual (Spanish) Diff per hour available. Must be 21 years of age or older at the 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.

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