Mental Health Therapist (FT, Back End Day) COE

We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people.

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Earn More with Shift Differentials

Maximize Your Earnings with Additional Hourly Pay

+$2/hr -> Monday-Thursday Nights

+$3/hr -> Friday-Sunday Nights

+$2/hr -> Saturday-Sunday Days

What You'll Do

The Mental Health Therapist provides services to include the following: psychotherapy that includes diagnosis, assessment and treatment and that may include psychoeducation for mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. This is achieved through the use of individual therapy, group counseling, life skills sessions, clinical interventions, crisis management, evaluation, family therapy, and assists in case management and support system development.

Conducts a thorough, accurate, clinically sound Psychosocial Assessment with the individual in a timely manner. Maintains the clinic record, including documentation of activities performed as part of the service delivery process. Obtains signatures from patient regarding treatment, as necessary.

Provides internal education regarding DBT, trauma informed care, harm reduction, and service plan documentation.

Prepares clinical reports and individualized service plans utilizing agency electronic clinical documentation software. Ensures documentation complies with best clinical practices, contracts, regulatory and other legal requirements.

Maintains a working knowledge of the Arizona Department of Health Services and Arizona Board of Behavioral Health roles within the Arizona behavioral health system.

Conducts brief intervention, individual, family and group counselling within scope of practice. Participates in redirecting individual behavior while maintaining a safe milieu when necessary. Documents all services and individual activities appropriately.

Arranges for referral and placement of individuals in other community substance abuse programs, housing, or employment opportunities.

Provides case management services to promote recovery and community reintegration. Conducts crisis interventions and follow up as necessary.

• Follows up with appropriate leadership regarding all cases on a weekly basis.
• Ability to develop therapeutic relationships with clients; Ability to determine and implement appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field

Unrestricted license as Licensed Mental Health Professional in Arizona (LMSW, LAC, LCSW, LMFT, LPC or equivalent)

Minimum of 2 years of direct experience in mental health, substance abuse treatment or relevant work providing psychotherapy to both individuals and groups in a clinical or behavioral health setting

Knowledge of principles of recovery, family of origin/intergenerational issues, and co-occurring psychiatric disorders

Knowledge and experience working with special populations (Those individuals identified as having serious mental illness, substance abuse diagnoses, brain injuries and those over 60 years of age)

Ability to Develop Therapeutic Relationships with Clients

• Ability to determine and implement appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment

It Would Be Great If You Had

• Knowledge of and experience with the AZ Title-36 legal process.
• Knowledge of AZ Board of Health
• Experience in inpatient, residential, or acute care mental health settings
• Spanish language proficiency

What We Offer

• Full-time only:
• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees

All Employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time)

Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support

After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.