Behavorial Health Counselor

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial behavioral health assessments and psychosocial evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized service plans (ISPs) in compliance with AHCCCS/BHRF requirements.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions focused on emotional regulation, coping strategies, and behavior management.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership, case managers, caregivers, and family members to coordinate care.
• Document all clinical services and encounters using appropriate behavioral health documentation standards.
• Participate in weekly staffing's and care planning meetings.
• Support crisis interventions and behavioral de-escalation when needed.
• Monitor progress and adjust therapeutic strategies based on client response.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
• Licensed or license-eligible in Arizona (LMSW, LAC, LCSW, LPC, LMFT preferred)
• At least one (1) year of experience working with SMI adults or in a BHRF or behavioral health setting
• Knowledge of AHCCCS and Arizona BHRF documentation and service standards
• CPR/First Aid, TB Test, and Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain prior to hire)
• Strong clinical documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Compassionate, skilled in psychotherapy in a client centered approach
• Passionate about blending neuroscience with evidenced-based clinical practices to create recovery
• Enjoys engaging participants using a variety of motivational approaches
• Skilled in creating strength-based assessments and treatment plans
• Skilled in or willing to learn non-verbal evidence based approaches
• Energized by facilitating group services in-person and via telehealth
• Uses concurrent/collaborative documentation as a way to increase documentation quality, promote work/life balance and engage our participants.
• Enjoys collaborating with other members of the clinical team to improve our participants' experience and overall resilience.
• Understands the value of integrating family systems and support into the treatment experience.
• Creative, energetic, flexible and serves as a healthy role model for participants
• Detail oriented in documenting each participant's needs and progress

Requirements for this Position:

• Licensed by Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family, and/or Substance Abuse.
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or a related human service field.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid CPR/First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Why Join Trinity Recovery Home?

• Mission-driven work environment
• Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of SMI individuals
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Convenient facility locations in Goodyear, Litchfield Park, Surprise, and Glendale, AZ