Adult Therapist

Spectrum Healthcare; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Healthcare in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Adult Therapist to provide compassionate, person-centered behavioral health care to adults. You will work with a supportive clinical team to help clients move forward, navigate challenges, and grow through evidence-based approaches.

Positions include Adult Therapist I–III with increasing licensure requirements. Two years post-Master’s supervised experience is preferred. The role involves assessments, treatment planning, and varied therapy modalities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral health field is required.
• Two years of post-Master’s supervised experience preferred for all levels.
• Current licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners is required for Level II, and independent licensure for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Complete behavioral health assessments and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy.
• Coordinate care with families, providers, and community resources.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Meet established clinical productivity and quality standards.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral health

Job description

Phoenix, AZ

Full-Time

Make an impact. Build meaningful connections. Help people move forward.

As an Adult Therapist at Spectrum Healthcare, you'll provide compassionate, person-centered behavioral health care to adults in our community. You'll work alongside a supportive clinical team while helping clients navigate challenges, build skills, and work toward meaningful goals.

What You'll Do

No two days will look exactly the same. In this role, you'll:

• Complete behavioral health assessments and diagnostic evaluations
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy
• Build strong therapeutic relationships with clients
• Coordinate care with families, providers, and community resources
• Support clients through crisis situations using risk assessment, de-escalation, and safety planning
• Assist with discharge planning and recommendations for continued care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Participate in supervision, training, utilization review, and professional development
• Meet established clinical productivity and quality standards

Which Level Fits You?

Adult Therapist I | Master's Level

You'll need:

• A Master's degree in a behavioral health field

Adult Therapist II | Licensed

You'll need:

• A Master's degree in a behavioral health field
• Current licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

Adult Therapist III | Independently Licensed

You'll need:

• A Master's degree in a behavioral health field
• Current independent licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

Preferred for all levels: Two years of full-time, post-Master's supervised experience in a behavioral health setting.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You...

• Enjoy helping people achieve meaningful change
• Can build strong, professional therapeutic relationships
• Are comfortable conducting assessments and developing treatment plans
• Understand evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches to care
• Can remain calm and use sound clinical judgment during challenging situations
• Communicate well with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Can balance client care, documentation, and productivity expectations
• Value collaboration, professional growth, and continuous learning
• Provide culturally responsive and person-centered care
• Understand the importance of confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ethical practice

This position involves regular computer and documentation work, communication with clients and team members, and the ability to respond appropriately during stressful or emergent situations.

Employees must be at least 18 years old. Direct-care and client-facing employees must be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and maintain current American Heart Association-approved CPR/First Aid certification for healthcare providers, as applicable.

Professional Standards

Adult Therapists are expected to maintain client confidentiality and follow applicable federal and state regulations, HIPAA requirements, professional ethics, payer requirements, licensing standards, and Spectrum Healthcare policies.

The Big Picture

If you're looking for an opportunity to use your clinical skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults in your community, this could be a great place to continue growing your career.

This description highlights the primary responsibilities of the position but is not intended to include every activity, duty, or responsibility that may be assigned.