House Therapist

Partners In Recovery LLC; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners In Recovery LLC is seeking a House Therapist to provide professional counseling at a behavioral health residential facility in Peoria, AZ. The role focuses on individual, family, and group therapy, with emphasis on adolescents and coordination with the Clinical Director and care team.

The position requires a Master’s degree in counseling or psychology and state licensure. 10-bed facility experience is preferred; schedule and location details will be assigned at hire.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or related licensable field.
• Current state licensure or licensure eligibility as a therapist.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience in behavioral health.
• Experience with adolescents preferred.
• Pass criminal background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy at a 10-bed behavioral health residential facility.
• Conduct initial evaluations, progress evaluations, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with family/guardians on treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Coordinate with Clinical Director and other leadership; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Therapy sessions

Clinical documentation

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Adolescent mental health

Education

Master's degree in counseling or psychology

Licensed professional licensure preferred

Tools

EMR software

Job description

• Location 22201 North 91st Ave,Peoria, AZ, 85383,United States
• Base Pay $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Full Time Exempt
• Required Degree Masters

House Therapist

Title

House Therapist

Department

Clinical - RTC

Location

Location and schedule vary and will be determined at the time of hire

Reports To

Clinical Director

FLSA Designation

Exempt

Effective

August 5 2026

Position Summary

As a House Therapist, you will be responsible for providing professional counseling services to individuals, families, and groups at one 10-bed Behavioral Health Residential Facility. Your primary goal will be to support clients in improving their mental health and well-being by utilizing various therapeutic techniques and interventions.

The therapist provides direct support to clients and the Clinical/Operations Team at the facility, and is responsible for evaluating needs, developing treatment plans and goals, monitoring progress, and documenting client progress while at the facility. The therapist works closely with the Clinical Director, case management, and the House Supervisor to develop customized treatment plans and goals.

Essential Functions

• Provide all therapy-related treatment to clients at one 10-bed Behavioral Health Residential Facility.
• Conduct initial evaluations, ongoing progress evaluations, and discharge planning for each client.
• Collaborate closely with family and guardians of the adolescent client while developing and implementing treatment plans and goals.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director and Chief Clinical Officer frequently.
• Contact the Clinical Director immediately and then Chief Clinical Officer for any significant client event.
• Report any unusual client behavior or suspicious activity to the Clinical Director and Chief Clinical Officer.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere strictly to confidentiality requirements.
• Comply with all Horizon Recovery's policies and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Conduct individual, family, and group sessions as scheduled with the program.
• Be available to help address unscheduled, urgent needs of clients that may develop.
• Ability to set priorities and maintain accurate medical records on each client in accordance with the master treatment plan goals and Horizon Recovery's policies and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with clients and co-workers.
• Ability to provide documentation and reports to clinical staff or billing staff when required and necessary.
• Highly motivated to work with the adolescent population.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic techniques and interventions, and ability to apply them effectively in individual and group settings.
• Ability to be flexible in developing treatment plans and utilizing a wide range of therapeutic strategies and styles, depending on unique circumstances and client preferences.
• Proven experience in conducting therapy sessions with diverse populations and addressing a wide range of mental health concerns.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills, with the ability to empathize and establish rapport with clients.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills to accurately identify client needs and formulate appropriate treatment plans.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and effectively communicate with other healthcare professionals.
• Proficient computer skills for maintaining electronic records and utilizing therapy-related software.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's degree or higher in counseling, psychology, or a related licensable field. Associate-level licensed preferred.
• Current state licensure or certification as a therapist (e.g., Licensed Associate Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.)
• 21 years of age or older.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Possess, or have the ability to obtain, a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience in behavioral health.
• Work experience with the adolescent population highly preferred.

P H Y S I C A L R E Q U I R E M E N T S

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to walk, bend, stand, climb stairs, speak English, hear, use a telephone, drive an automobile, and operate standard office equipment such as a computer, copier, and fax machine.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

At-Will Employment Statement

Horizon Recovery is an at-will employer. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate manager or other management as required. Horizon Recovery reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.