Mental Health Therapist (LAC / LMSW / LAMFT)

Step One Halfway House; Phoenix (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Free clinical supervision hours

Structured onboarding program

Zusammenfassung

Step One Halfway House in Phoenix, Arizona is searching for a dedicated Entry-Level Mental Health Therapist to join their clinical team. This position is well-suited for recent graduates or associate-licensed professionals eager to establish a firm grounding in behavioral health and trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities include providing counseling to patients in recovery from substance use and mental health challenges, with comprehensive support from seasoned clinical supervisors. The role offers crucial on-site supervision aimed at helping you achieve independent licensure.

Qualifikationen

• Must have an active associate-level license with AZBBHE.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong understanding of treatment planning and crisis intervention.

Aufgaben

• Provide individual and group counseling to patients.
• Conduct intake assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Document clinical interactions and collaborate with the team.

Kenntnisse

Therapeutic boundaries

Cultural humility

Written communication

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and motivated Entry‑Level Mental Health Therapist to join our clinical team. This position is ideal for recent graduates or associate‑licensed professionals looking to build a strong foundation in behavioral health, trauma‑informed care, and residential treatment.

Under the guidance of experienced clinical supervisors, you will provide individual, group, and crisis counseling to patients navigating substance use recovery, mental health challenges, and transitional living. We are deeply committed to professional growth and provide on‑site clinical supervision to help you work toward independent licensure.

Key Responsibilities

• Therapeutic Interventions
• Intake & Assessment
• Treatment Planning.
• Clinical Documentation.
• Crisis Intervention
• Case Collaboration

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a closely related behavioral health field from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Active associate-level license with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (AZBBHE) (e.g., Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT)).
• Clearances: Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Competencies: Strong understanding of therapeutic boundaries, cultural humility, excellent written communication, and a passionate drive to serve vulnerable populations.

Perks

• Clinical Supervision: Free clinical supervision hours provided on‑site toward independent licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT).
• Collaborative Environment: A supportive team culture with a structured onboarding program designed for newer therapists.