Clinical Therapist - Substance Use & Mental Health

AHG MASTER; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Coast Behavioral Health in Phoenix, AZ 85016 seeks a Clinical Therapist to provide patient-centered therapy services, including individual, group, family, and crisis intervention, under the Clinical Director. The role supports newly licensed clinicians with specialty training and emphasizes confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting progress, and participating in treatment teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field is required.
• Licensure/certification options: LADC, ACSW, LCSW, APCC, LPCC, AMFT, or LMFT.
• Basic understanding of EMR systems.
• Understanding of Oklahoma Regulations and CARF Standards.
• Proficiency in HIPAA and strong confidentiality.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Enforce and support rights and confidentiality per HIPAA and applicable regulations.
• Support SCBH philosophy across program components and maintain person served dignity.
• Provide therapy to persons served including individual, group, family, and crisis intervention.
• Conduct utilization reviews as needed.
• Engage in crisis management when required.
• Complete biopsychosocial assessments within 72 hours of admittance.
• Collaborate with clients on treatment plans and finalize within 72 hours of admit.
• Update treatment plans at least every 30 days or as care dictates.
• Maintain client charts and documentation per ODMHSAS and agency standards.
• Participate in treatment planning using team meetings and available resources.
• Conduct individual, group, family, and couples therapy sessions as appropriate.
• Attend weekly staffings and required meetings; participate in mandatory trainings.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional boundaries

Education

Master's Degree related field

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Record)

Job description

South Coast Behavioral Health in Phoenix, AZ 85016 seeks a Clinical Therapist to provide patient-centered therapy services, including individual, group, family, and crisis intervention, under the Clinical Director. The role supports newly licensed clinicians with specialty training and emphasizes confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, documenting progress, and participating in treatment teams.