Community Prevention Advocate

2 weeks ago


Tempe, Arizona, United States La Frontera Empact Full time

About Us:
La Frontera EMPACT
  • As a leading nonprofit organization, we have been committed to delivering essential community services and resources for behavioral health counseling, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention since 1987.
We are an EEO/AA Employer

Role Overview:
This position as a Prevention Advocate (Full Time or Part Time) involves providing direct prevention services to various communities, educational institutions, businesses, and other targeted groups.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and facilitate educational programs and group sessions focused on prevention initiatives, including suicide prevention and peer leadership.
- Conduct informative presentations in schools and communities addressing critical topics such as substance abuse and suicide prevention.
- Ensure high-quality service delivery through punctuality, thorough preparation, and effective communication with stakeholders.
- Assist in conducting outcome evaluations to assess the impact of services and programs offered.

- Engage in community outreach and special initiatives to enhance awareness of behavioral health issues and available support services.


Additional Responsibilities:
- Attend scheduled administrative and in-service meetings as required.
- Adhere to the agency's standards for service delivery and participate in quality management and assurance activities.
- Contribute to fundraising efforts as directed by management.
- Provide 20-40 hours of scheduled services, with potential evening and weekend commitments.

Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED is mandatory; a Bachelor's or Master's degree is preferred.
- Strong communication, presentation, and group facilitation skills are essential.
- Previous experience in prevention or behavioral health is advantageous.

Additional Skills:

- Ability to maintain composure in crisis situations and work both independently and collaboratively.

- Demonstrated empathy and positive engagement with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

- Maintain professional conduct in line with ethical standards and agency policies.

- If driving for agency purposes, a valid Arizona driver’s license and appropriate insurance coverage are required.


  • A clean driving record with no major infractions is necessary at the time of hire.


What We Offer:
- For full-time employees: Generous Paid Time Off (15 days in the first year), 10 paid holidays annually, multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options, a 403(b) retirement plan, company-paid life insurance, long-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, elder care assistance, pet insurance, and more. La Frontera EMPACT 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). We provide equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

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