PRIMARY THERAPIST

Camelback Recovery Treatment Center LLC; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Camelback Recovery Treatment Center LLC is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Therapist to join our outpatient team in Phoenix. The role is a hybrid 1099 independent contractor position with on-site and virtual therapy, servicing clients with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.

The ideal candidate will have Arizona licensure (LAC/LPC/LMSW/LCSW), a Master’s degree in a relevant field, and at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or equivalent field.
• Active Arizona State licensure (LAC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW).
• One year of experience in mental health, substance abuse treatment, and case management.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Must pass a drug test as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual therapy sessions (on-site and virtual) with a mixed caseload.
• Complete clinical intake assessments and document presenting concerns and history.
• Participate in treatment planning and ongoing clinical conceptualization.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, case managers, and other treatment team members.
• Maintain timely, compliant clinical documentation.

Skills

Empathy

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Collaboration

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work

Arizona licensure (LAC/LPC/LMSW/LCSW)

One year of mental health/substance use experience

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Word

Timekeeping software

Google applications

Job description

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PRIMARY THERAPIST

Full Time Phoenix, AZ, US

11 days ago Requisition ID: 1010

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $83,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

Camelback Recovery is seeking a compassionate, clinically curious, and growth-oriented Mental Health Therapist to join our outpatient treatment team as a 1099 independent contractor. This is a hybrid position working with a diverse population of individuals receiving treatment for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. Clients utilize private insurance or self-pay; AHCCCS is not accepted.

We are looking for a therapist who enjoys working with complex clients and understands that effective treatment goes beyond simply managing symptoms. Our approach is centered on understanding the whole person — history, relationships, environment, strengths, challenges, and the underlying factors contributing to each client's current struggles.

Primary Function and Essential Duties

The therapist provides individual clinical services, including the following:

Maintain an individual caseload and provide ongoing individual therapy sessions through a combination of on-site and virtual sessions. Covering group therapy sessions may be an option.

Complete clinical intake assessments and develop a thorough understanding of each client's presenting concerns, history, strengths, and treatment needs.

Participate in treatment planning and ongoing clinical conceptualization of clients' needs and progress.

Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, case managers, behavioral health support specialists, and other members of the treatment team.

Provide clinically appropriate interventions based on each client's unique needs, diagnoses, goals, and level of functioning.

Maintain timely, accurate, and clinically appropriate documentation in accordance with organizational, payer, regulatory, and professional requirements.

Participate in weekly clinical supervision and use supervision as an opportunity for continued professional development.

Communicate effectively with the treatment team to ensure continuity of care and a coordinated approach to treatment.

Support clients in developing meaningful, sustainable change rather than simply addressing symptoms on the surface.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Who We're Looking For

We are open to therapists at different stages of their professional development, including associate-level and independently licensed clinicians. The ideal candidate is someone who:

Has a growth mindset and enjoys learning.

Is interested in continually expanding their clinical knowledge and therapeutic skill set.

Enjoys working with complex and diverse clinical presentations.

Is thoughtful and intentional about case conceptualization and treatment planning.

Values collaboration and believes the best outcomes occur when the entire treatment team works together.

Can balance empathy and compassion with appropriate clinical boundaries and accountability.

Is comfortable working with clients who have substance use disorders, mental health disorders, or co-occurring conditions.

Is curious about the "why" behind a client's symptoms rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction.

Is open to learning and using a variety of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches.

Values treating the whole person, not simply putting a "band-aid" on symptoms.

Is dependable, organized, and committed to completing documentation and clinical responsibilities in a timely manner.

Welcomes feedback and views supervision as an opportunity to grow rather than simply a requirement.

LICENSURE AND EDUCATION

Active Arizona State licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. We welcome clinicians with a variety of professional backgrounds and licensure levels, including:

LAC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW

Other appropriately licensed or associate-level behavioral health clinicians

Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or an equivalent field of study.

One year of experience in mental health, substance abuse treatment, and case management.

CERTIFICATIONS AND CLEARANCES

Valid Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Active CPR / First Aid / AED certification.

Valid driver's license.

Must be 21 years of age or older.

If applicable, must have one year of continuous sobriety.

Must be able to pass a drug test as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of substance use treatment methodologies and therapy techniques.

Working knowledge of HIPAA and PII security requirements.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to read, analyze, and interpret emails, letters, policies, and procedures.

Ability to build rapport with clients; strong interpersonal skills and a high level of patience.

Willingness to learn and ask questions, accept feedback, and be accountable.

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Ability to manage priorities and workflow; self-motivated, self-directed, and a team player.

Working knowledge of Windows, basic email, Microsoft Word, timekeeping software, Google applications, and basic computer navigation.

Physical Demands

Must have reasonable ability to do the following:

Stand, walk, and sit during scheduled hours.

Manually assess a patient as part of a physical exam.

Reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Speak and have access to the special senses within normal limits (hear, taste, smell, etc.) as they apply to patient care.

Lift up to 20 pounds.

Manually handle patient belongings with gloved hands.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Standards of Conduct

Treat all clients with dignity, respect, and compassion, consistent with Camelback Recovery values.

Maintain client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.

Maintain professional and ethical boundaries at all times, in accordance with the applicable licensing board's code of conduct.

Comply with all Camelback Recovery policies and with AZDHS and Joint Commission standards.

Report safety concerns, incidents, and policy violations promptly to the Clinical Director.