Crisis Specialist - East Valley (30 & 40 hours, evening & overnight shifts) (8260)

Job Details

Job Title: Crisis Specialist / Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Location: Stapley Drive, Mesa, AZ 85204

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Travel Percentage: Up to 80%

Shift: Evening Shift (Specific shift times listed below)

Job Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work

Shift Options

• 40 hours: Wed – Sat 2pm – 12am
• 40 hours: Wed – Sat 4pm – 2am
• 30 hours: Sun – Tue 4pm – 2am
• 30 hours: Thu – Sat 10pm – 8am

Shift differentials: $3 per hour for evenings, $4 per hour for weekends. Bilingual language differentials available.

Responsibilities

• Respond to on‑site crisis calls that cannot be resolved by the Crisis Call Center.
• Utilize best practices in crisis intervention to support individuals and families in crisis.
• Assess risk, engage clients, develop plans, and provide follow‑up as needed.
• Work effectively and respectfully with clients, families, schools, first responders and other stakeholders.
• Focus on seriously mentally ill individuals, children/ adolescents, and family interventions.
• Assess and stabilize individuals across various ages, developmental stages, cultural backgrounds, and experiences.
• Make appropriate referrals to other agencies and/or long‑term counseling when required.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adapt to change.

Qualifications

• GED/High school diploma with a minimum of 1.5 years of behavioral health experience; or an associate’s degree in the behavioral health field; or a bachelor’s degree (not in behavioral health) with 1 year of behavioral health experience; or a bachelor’s degree in the behavioral health field; or a master’s degree and an Arizona license or eligibility for an Arizona license.
• Preferred: One year of experience practicing under one of the following licenses:
  • Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT)
  • Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)
  • Licensed Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC)
  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC)
• Valid Arizona Driver License with at least 4 years of driving experience and compliance with Terros driving policy.
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card (Level 1); or willingness to obtain within 7 working days of employment.

Benefits & Wellness

• Multiple medical plans, including a no‑premium plan for employees and families.
• Multiple dental plans, including orthodontia.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Interest‑free medical line of credit, financial education, planning and support.
• 4 weeks paid time off in the first year.
• Wellness program.
• Child Care Support Program.
• Group life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for the whole family.
• Personal and family mental and physical health access.
• Professional growth & development: scholarships, clinical supervision, CEUs.
• Employee perks and discounts.
• Gym memberships.
• Tuition reimbursement at GCU and University of Phoenix.
• Car rentals.