Therapist

Southwest Behavioral & Health Services; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Therapist to join their Metro Outpatient Clinic. This full-time role offers the opportunity to provide vital clinical support services to children and adolescents. You'll be responsible for developing treatment plans, conducting assessments, and delivering therapy while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. With a strong commitment to community well-being, this organization values diversity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a mission-driven team where your contributions will make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Three weeks PTO in the first year

10 paid holidays

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term/long-term disability

Life insurance

Retirement account matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Health & wellness programs

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work required.
• 1 year of full-time behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement treatment plans and assessments.
• Provide therapy and clinical case management for clients.
• Engage in solution-focused behavioral health services.

Skills

Therapeutic Techniques

Crisis Intervention

Assessment Skills

Treatment Planning

Knowledge of DSM V

Education

Master’s in Behavioral Health

Certification in CPR and First Aid

Job description

We are currently seeking a full-time Therapist to join our Metro Outpatient Clinic! This is a Monday-Friday position.

Working as a Therapist, you will provide timely, evidence-based clinical and non-clinical support services to children and adolescents. Services will include intakes, assessments, treatment planning, psychiatric support, and group interventions. All services will be guided by the Jason K Principles and delivered according to guidelines set forth by the RBHA and ADHS.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement treatment plans, assessment criteria, and programmatic goals, objectives, and activities.
2. Provide intake and psychosocial assessments of families and/or their individual members.
3. Conduct home visits as needed and case consultations with other agencies and organizations.
4. Provide therapy and/or clinical case management for a full caseload of families and/or individual members.
5. Engage in solution-focused, strength-based behavioral health/clinical services to consumers in accordance with company standards.
6. Provide on-call crisis intervention coverage as needed, including during normal hours, evenings, holidays, and weekends.
7. Coordinate closely with case managers and staff from other providers and outside entities.
8. Collaborate with clinical teams and case managers for the best interest of the consumer.
9. Consult with clinical staff and other community human service professionals.
10. Develop and maintain treatment plans for consumers in conjunction with team members.
11. Document consumer services according to approved standards, rules, regulations, and site procedures.
12. Monitor caseload for authorizations and re-authorizations as appropriate.
13. Maintain accurate, thorough, and current documentation of consumer contacts, services/treatment plans, progress, and barriers.
14. Maintain a full caseload and the required number of client contact hours per week.
15. Maintain the expected level of productivity.

Education & Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 21 years of age, with a Master’s degree in Behavioral Health (Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work) plus 1 year of full-time behavioral health experience.
2. Fingerprint clearance issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or eligibility to receive it within eight weeks of hire.
3. Good knowledge of DSM V, State SMI checklist, community resources, psychotropic medications, crisis intervention, evidence-based practices, and techniques for treating co-occurring disorders in diverse ethnic populations.
4. Certification in CPR and First Aid.
5. Must maintain personal auto insurance as per SBH guidelines.
6. Three weeks of PTO in the first year, with increased accrual over time.
7. 10 paid holidays.
8. Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term/long-term disability; and life insurance.
9. Company match of 40% up to 10% deferral into retirement account.
10. Opportunities for career development and internal promotion.
11. Tuition reimbursement and discount degree programs to support higher education.
12. Employee Assistance Program, health & wellness programs, and more.

About SB&H

Southwest Behavioral & Health Services is a large, non-profit provider of behavioral health services with over 115 sites and 40 years of experience serving communities across Arizona.

Our Culture of Empowered Belonging:

• Voice & Visibility: Recognizing and valuing every team member’s contributions.
• Fair Access: Providing equitable opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Culture of Connection: Building authentic relationships across backgrounds and roles.
• Learning & Growth: Offering ongoing development opportunities.
• Wellbeing & Safety: Prioritizing mental, emotional, and physical safety.

Join us in creating a community where your differences make a difference and your impact is real.

SB&H is a drug-free workplace; drug screening required. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.