Counselor - OTP

About the role

The Mental Health Therapist provides therapeutic services and care coordination using individual, group, and family approaches based on patient needs. Mental Health Therapists deliver evidence-based behavioral health treatment, conduct assessments, develop individualized service plans, and provide integrated care in collaboration with medical and psychiatric providers. Mental Health Therapists are assigned to age-specific or program-specific specialties and may work in outpatient clinics, school settings, community locations, or specialized teams.

Mental Health Therapists must hold an Associate-Level or Independent-Level license through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners and meet Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) standards, consistent with program requirements.

Job Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, or a related behavioral health field.
• Associate-Level License (LAC, LMSW, LAMFT, LASAC) OR Independent-Level License (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LISAC).
• Must meet eligibility for BHP designation.

Experience

• Level I – 0-2 years of applied experience at the licensure level
• Provides therapeutic services under supervision and develops growing competency in complex cases.
• Demonstrates foundational skills in assessment, treatment planning, documentation, and clinical intervention.
• Engages frequently with supervisor for clinical guidance and skill development.
• Level II – 2-5 years of applied experience at the licensure level
• Demonstrates increased independence in clinical decision-making and case management.
• Manages moderate to complex cases with minimal supervision.
• May mentor Mental Health Therapist I staff or assist with program initiatives.
• Level III – 5 or more years of applied experience at the licensure level
• Provides advanced clinical expertise on complex or high-acuity cases.
• May provide peer consultation, clinical guidance, or serve as a subject matter resource.
• Leads elements of program development, specialty care delivery, or training when assigned.
• Additional experience requirements may appear in Specialty section.

Preferred Qualifications

• Independent licensure.
• Specialized certifications (e.g., DBT, EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, etc).
• Experience in integrated care, school-based services, substance use treatment, or early childhood.

Other Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must pass all pre- and ongoing employment screenings.
• Maintain required training, licensure, certifications, and immunizations.
• Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
• BLS certification required.
• TB testing and Hepatitis B screening or declination required.
• Must maintain credentials in accordance with Valle del Sol’s Credentialing and Privileging standards.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Disability Insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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