ACT Counselor
Listed compensation
$57k-$75k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
- Job Location: 23rd Avenue - Phoenix, AZ
- Position Type: Full Time
- Education Level: Master's Degree
- Salary Range: $57375.00 - $75207.00Salary
- Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
- Job Shift: Day Shift
- Job Category: Behavioral Health/Social Work, We are a mission-driven, service-orientated industry leader looking for an ACT Counselor. You will serve as a licensed, substance abuse expert on an interdisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment. Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes. HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING Seeking an ACT Counselor to join our interdisciplinary ACT clinical team working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or General Mental Health diagnosis under Court Ordered Treatment at our 23rd Ave Recovery Health Center in Phoenix, AZ. If you're a licensed Clinician but would rather be out in the community than behind a desk, this is the role for you! Full-Time Employed: 40 hours/week
- Location: 8804 N. 23rd Ave., Suite A1/A2, Phoenix, AZ 85021
- Hours: Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM Additional Language Differential Pay Available Full
Benefits Package, including 401K Must have very flexible schedule as this team provides treatment 7 days/week, including weekends and holidays $3/hour ACT Differential IN ADDITION TO Base Pay Pay based on Counseling experience + licensure level $57,000 + for associate licensed clinicians $70,000 + for independently licensed clinicians Job Summary: The ACT Counselor develops program activities, facilitates teamwork for outpatient co-occurring disorders services, and conducts individual sessions and classroom-style group treatment services.
Works as a team member of an ACT clinical team to assess member needs and goals, participates in the development of individual service plans, acts as a member advocate and liaisons with families and community agencies. Utilizes Motivational Interviewing techniques to effectively engage members into treatment services.
Serves as the ACT team’s expert for substance use issues by providing other team staff with education and consultation in respect to substance use issues. Provides on-call crisis intervention services, as well as weekend and holiday coverage. Works under the direct supervision of the ACT Clinical Coordinator.
Benefits & Wellness
We invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage Vision insurance Group life and disability insurance Pet insurance 401(k) plan with company match Interest-free medical line of credit Financial education, planning, and support resources Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits Bilingual pay differential Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year Paid Sick Time 10 paid holidays annually Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members Trip Reduction Program Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including: Scholarships Clinical supervision Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU) Access to the Working Advantage® Employee Discount Program, with savings on: Gym memberships Car rentals Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more Qualifications: Master's degree, i. e., MA, MC, MSW, in a behavioral health field.
Required- Experience practicing in one of the licenses listed below.
Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) Licensed Associate Addiction Counselor (LAAC) Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) Licensed marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor (LIAC) by the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and EHRs.
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must have or be able to attain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of assuming role. Valid AZ Driver License.
Must have valid Arizona driver’s license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience, and meet requirements of Terros Health’s driving policy. Must have a valid and unrestricted Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card within 7 working days of employment.
Must pass a TB Test. Must pass 25 wpm typing test. Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Key Responsibilities
The ACT Counselor facilitates interdisciplinary team activities, conducts individual and group treatment sessions, and provides community-based support for individuals with serious mental illness. They act as a substance use expert, develop service plans, and provide crisis intervention services.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a behavioral health field and possess a valid Arizona clinical license such as LAC, LMSW, LPC, or LCSW. Additionally, applicants must have a valid driver's license, pass a fingerprint clearance, and demonstrate proficiency in clinical documentation and Microsoft Office.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Behavioral Health — Counselor Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $66k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 52% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in behavioral health (counseling) | ranked against 340 Behavioral Health (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$66k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Arizona | 16 active | 333 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 50% remote · 52% no call · 56% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Arizona Counselor listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 17% offer loan repayment339 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 833 in the last 30 days | 532 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −6.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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