Therapist

Requirements

• A Master's degree in a behavioral health related field and at least two (2) years of post-master's professional work experience working with youth providing mental health, and/or family therapy.
• Required to be Licensed Associate Counselor, Marriage and Family therapist or Master's level Social Worker through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners or applicable equivalent as approved by the Juvenile Court's Director of Therapeutic Services.
• Preference may be given to those fluent in both English and Spanish.
• Preference may be given to applicants that have two (2) years of experience providing direct therapy to youth ages 8-17.
• Within three (3) years of hire must become independently licensed through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners or applicable equivalent as approved by the Juvenile Court's Director of Therapeutic Services.
• Employees failing to obtain independent licensure as required within three (3) years of hire may be terminated or demoted to an appropriate lower-level position if available in which they meet the minimum requirements.
• Licensure related fees will be paid by the court.
• Essential Duties & Functions:
• Incumbents are expected to work toward achieving their independent licensure and assure appropriate clinical oversight of all their work.
• Conducts individual, group and family therapy with justice involved youth.
• Formulates treatment plans using evidence-based modalities and evaluates treatment outcomes for court involved youth.
• Facilitates family participation in the treatment process.
• Facilitates family engagement through an educational and support for family members of juvenile justice involved youth.
• Consults with staff and participates in the development of individual behavior plans for detained youth.
• Participates in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings and other staffing meetings as necessary.
• Prepares progress notes and other reports as necessary or directed.
• Provides consultation, education and training to staff and other groups, including parents and other community members.
• Facilitates family engagement through an educational and support group for family members of juvenile justice involved youth.
• Consults with staff and participates in the development and monitoring of individual behavior plans for detained youth.
• May testify at hearings or in court as required.
• Ensures compliance with all provisions and updates of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) AND ensures compliance with all relevant laws and regulations regarding confidentiality, privacy and security.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Incumbents are expected to have knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends and literature of mental health practice; social aspects of mental illness and emotional and behavioral dis

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Description Summary Join our dedicated team providing critical therapeutic services to justice-involved youth. Under the close clinical supervision of a licensed mental health professional, this position offers individual, group, and family therapy, working collaboratively with each youth's Child and Family Team. This role centers on advocacy, empowerment, and helping youth build the skills necessary to lead healthy, effective lives. While clinical guidance is closely provided, the position operates with limited traditional supervision and has no supervisory responsibilities. Ideal candidates bring compassion, teamwork, and a commitment to serving vulnerable populations in a dynamic juvenile court setting. Job Description * Revised* This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the posting may close without notice once a candidate is selected. Hiring Range: $56,846.00 - $62,525.00 Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. This is an on-site position No relocation assistance will be provided Distinguishing Characteristics: This is a full-time, classified position and will require working some evenings and weekend hours.

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