Behavioral Health Counselor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Repayment Program

Generous bonus structure

Flexible schedule

Job summary

AZ Center for Change is seeking ambitious therapists to join our expanding programs in Phoenix. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop recovery-focused treatment plans, and document interventions using strength-based approaches.

The role emphasizes trauma-focused care with opportunities for EMDR, TF-CBT and other evidence-based modalities, in collaboration with a skilled clinical team. A Monday–Friday schedule with two evenings until 7pm is typical.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and licensing eligibility are required.
• Experience with trauma clients is highly desirable.
• CPR/1st Aid is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete thorough assessments using standardized tools.
• Create treatment plans that foster motivation to change and heal.
• Complete documentation using strength-based approaches.
• Learn and implement evidence based modalities to help clients heal and grow.
• Collaborate with clinical teams for better client outcomes.
• Provide individual, group, family and multi-family therapy sessions.
• Produce meaningful reports to external collaborators.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to meet client needs.

Skills

Trauma-focused therapy

Bilingual (desirable)

Education

Master’s degree in mental/behavioral health or related field

Eligibility for AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiner license

Job description

AZ Center for Change is a proven leader in the area of evidence based programs and services. We are seeking ambitious, passionate and dedicated therapists for our expanding programs. We strive to create a work environment that fosters professional growth and development and job satisfaction. Chosen candidates for these new and exciting programs will have the opportunity to:

• Complete thorough assessments using standardized assessment tools.
• Create treatment plans that foster motivate to change and heal.
• Complete documentation used strength based approaches.
• Learn and implement a variety of evidence based modalities to help clients heal and grow.
• Collaborate with highly effective clinical teams for better client outcomes.
• Provide individual, group, family and multifamily therapy sessions.
• Create and provide meaningful reports to external collaborators.
• Flex your schedule to meet the needs of the clients and families.

Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in mental/behavioral health or related field, and eligibility for licensing through the AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiner. (Supervision toward independent license is available for our therapy positions.) LAC, LMSW, LPC, LCSW.
• Applicable candidates must have some formal specialized experience working with trauma clients.
• A Level One Fingerprint clearance card is required.
• CPR/ 1st Aid

In addition to the required qualifications listed above, candidates who have the following expertise and training are highly desirable:

• Bilingual
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
• EMDR -
• TF-CBT
• ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy)
• CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD)
• Sexual Abuse and Trauma
• LGBTQ Affimng
• Expressive Arts

Schedule is Monday-Friday with at least two evenings until 7pm.

***NEW*** Student Loan Repayment Program-For eligible staff.

Please note there is a generous bonus structure available with this position.