Therapist

Addiction CounselorFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsDESCRIPTION: 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.

Qualifications

Qualifications, Certifications, and Education Requirements

Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health field required.

Must hold or be eligible for one of the following Arizona licenses through Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (AZBBHE): Associate LAC (Licensed Associate Counselor), LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) Independent Licensure/BHP: LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISAC (Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor) Minimum two (2) years of experience in related field preferred CPR/FA Certification – to be obtained within first 90 days Fingerprint Clearance Card – to be obtained within first 90 days Handle with Care – to be obtained within first 90 days Successful clearance of annual MVR required if applicable Successful clearance of pre-employment criminal/county/state background check Successful clearance of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing Successful clearance of TB PPD Test upon hire and annual screening for TB symptoms Associate level therapist - Attending clinical supervision with independently licensed staff once every 2 weeks worked for a minimum of 2 sessions per month.

Additional Notes: America’s Rehab Campus’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug free workplace, and complies with Veteran and ADA regulations as applicable.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist provides comprehensive clinical services, including individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and the development of treatment plans. They are responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a behavioral health field and possess or be eligible for an Arizona state license (LAC, LMSW, LPC, LCSW, or LISAC). A minimum of two years of experience is preferred, along with the ability to obtain necessary certifications like CPR and a fingerprint clearance card.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Individual therapyTrauma-informed careEHR managementCase managementTreatment planningClinical assessment

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 32% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

How many Addiction Medicine jobs are remote?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 25% in addiction medicine (counseling)ranked against 1,121 Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedAddiction Medicine median $73k (middle half $63k–$83k)336 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingArizona index 100.7US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Addiction Medicine listings in Arizona18 active1,121 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% remote · 32% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedArizona counselor listings (all specialties): 14% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 17% offer loan repayment332 active listings, Nov 2026
New Addiction Medicine listings422 in the last 30 days230 the 30 days before (+83%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Addiction Medicine pay trend−4.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,121 Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist at AMERICAS REHAB CAMPUSES a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Addiction Medicine (Counseling) — ranked against 1,121 active Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
81%
CME allowance
47%
Sign-on bonus
19%
Loan repayment
6%
PSLF eligible
3%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.4this job 6.6
Better work-life than 80% of Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,121 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.