Licensed Substance Abuse Therapist — Outpatient Recovery

CMC Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

College Medical Center Phoenix provides outpatient behavioral health and recovery-focused services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The therapist conducts comprehensive assessments, develops individualized plans, and delivers evidence-based counseling via individual, family, and group formats.

Responsibilities include crisis planning, care coordination, transitions of care, and timely clinical documentation to ensure compassionate, goal-focused

Qualifications

• Must hold one of the following: active licensure as an MFT, LCSW, or Psychologist; or registration as an Associate with the Arizona Board; or Psychological Assistant registration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Facilitate group therapy and provide supportive individual counseling within scope of practice.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Monitor patient progress, attendance, and participation in treatment.
• Coordinate care and discharge planning with physicians, families, and case managers.
• Respond to crisis situations and implement behavioral interventions as needed.
• Follow program policies, billing procedures, and mandatory reporting requirements.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensure/Board registration

Clinical experience

Substance use disorders

Group facilitation

English proficiency

Psychiatric terminology

NCI training

Arizona fingerprint card

Job description

College Medical Center Phoenix provides outpatient behavioral health and recovery-focused services for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. The therapist conducts comprehensive assessments, develops individualized plans, and delivers evidence-based counseling via individual, family, and group formats.

Responsibilities include crisis planning, care coordination, transitions of care, and timely clinical documentation to ensure compassionate, goal-focused