Associate Licensed Therapist

The Therapist / Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) provides comprehensive therapeutic and clinical services to individuals receiving treatment for substance use and co-occurring behavioral health disorders. This role is responsible for conducting assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, facilitating individual and group therapy, maintaining clinical documentation, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary treatment team.

Therapists who hold associate-level licensure (e.g., LAC, LMSW) will work under the supervision of an independently licensed BHP, while independently licensed professionals (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LISAC) may provide therapy, diagnostics, and clinical oversight independently in accordance with Arizona state regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed, motivational interviewing, etc.).

• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, and support for clients experiencing acute emotional or behavioral distress.

• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) per ADHS, AHCCCS, and Joint Commission standards.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and discharge planning to ensure coordinated care.

• Monitor and document client progress, updating treatment plans and goals as clinically appropriate.

• Provide psychoeducation and support to clients and families on relapse prevention, coping strategies, and emotional wellness.

• Uphold professional ethics, boundaries, and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional codes of conduct.

• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.