Licensed Clinician

Private Behavioral Health Practice; Arizona; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Behavioral Health Practice in Phoenix, AZ seeks a licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to lead and support our Outpatient Clinic, delivering individual and group therapy, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality client care in a collaborative, recovery-oriented setting.

The role requires experience with mental health and co-occurring disorders, strong documentation, program oversight, and training; supervision is offered to candidates seeking clinical hours.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health or related field.
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in a mental health or behavioral health setting.
• Active Arizona licenses: LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, LAMFT, LBSW, LIAC (LISAC), or LAAC (LASAC).
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Familiarity with EHR systems, service planning, and compliance standards.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group therapy in accordance with member needs.
• Provide clinical oversight and supervision to behavioral health staff.
• Review and approve treatment plans, assessments, and clinical documentation.
• Conduct clinical reviews and sign-offs for new admissions within established timeframes.
• Offer clinical guidance during crisis interventions and escalated situations.
• Facilitate bi-weekly clinical trainings for staff to meet licensing and agency standards.
• Participate in incident debriefs, quality assurance, and corrective action processes.
• Monitor clinical quality through regular walkthroughs and audits.
• Collaborate across disciplines to support integrated, recovery-oriented care.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Staff training

Documentation

Collaborative care

Education

Master's degree in behavioral health

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

A behavioral health provider in Phoenix is seeking a licensed Behavioral Health Clinician to lead and support our Outpatient Clinic. This role involves direct counseling, clinical oversight, and staff guidance in a supportive, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is experienced in mental health, co-occurring disorders, and is confident in managing documentation, training, and program compliance.

We welcome candidates passionate about community-based behavioral health, trauma-informed care, and member-centered services. Supervision is offered for those in need of clinical hours.

This is a confidential posting. The employer's name is shared with candidates who move forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group therapy in accordance with member needs
• Provide clinical oversight and supervision to behavioral health staff
• Review and approve treatment plans, assessments, and clinical documentation
• Conduct clinical reviews and sign-offs for new admissions within established timeframes
• Offer clinical guidance during crisis interventions and escalated situations
• Facilitate bi-weekly clinical trainings for staff to meet licensing and agency standards
• Participate in incident debriefs, quality assurance, and corrective action processes
• Monitor clinical quality through regular walkthroughs and audits
• Collaborate across disciplines to support integrated, recovery-oriented care

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in behavioral health or related field
• At least 2 years of clinical experience in a mental health or behavioral health setting
• Must hold one of the following active Arizona licenses: LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LAC, LMFT, LAMFT, LBSW, LIAC (LISAC), or LAAC (LASAC)
• CPR and First Aid certification (required)
• Familiarity with EHR systems, service planning, and compliance standards
• Must have strong computer skills

Preferred Experience

• Supervisory or lead clinician experience
• Knowledge of AHCCCS behavioral health systems and Arizona licensure standards
• Work with SMI populations, residential care, or intensive outpatient services (IOP)
• Background in trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, or CBT

Equal opportunity employer.