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Chandler, Arizona

Clinical Therapist

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

Salary Range: $65.00–$75.00

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Chandler Campus - Chandler, AZ 85248Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $65.00 - $75.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: AnyPosition Summary This position provides comprehensive behavioral health counseling services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, case management, and discharge planning for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

The role supports clients in achieving optimal social, emotional, and health outcomes through evidence-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered care. Services are delivered in collaboration with a multidisciplinary treatment team and in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and organizational standards. Duties and

Responsibilities

Provide individualized counseling services including assessment, treatment planning, therapy, case management, advocacy, and follow-up care Deliver evidence-based, trauma-informed treatment to support clients in achieving clinical goals and improved functioning Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations, to determine appropriate level of care Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and the treatment team Provide crisis intervention and ongoing therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family therapy based on client needs Facilitate Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) groups using evidence-based curriculum while integrating individualized service plan goals Engage and collaborate with clients’ families and natural supports to strengthen recovery and promote healthy relationships Coordinate care with external providers, legal systems, and community resources to ensure continuity of care Complete all required clinical documentation accurately and timely, including diagnostic summaries, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge documentation, in compliance with state and agency standards Maintain accurate and confidential client records in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and applicable regulations Follow up on missed appointments and support re-engagement in services Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case consultations, and group supervision, including chart reviews as required Conduct gender-responsive, trauma-informed assessments aligned with organizational criteria for level of care determination Create and maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for all clients Develop and facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic group programming Identify opportunities for quality improvement and contribute to program development initiatives Maintain compliance with all legal, ethical, and professional standards, including confidentiality and risk management requirements Participate in ongoing training and continuing education to maintain competency and stay current with best practices Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications and Skills Required Must possess Arizona State licensure or certification Valid CPR/First Aid and CPI certifications or ability to obtain immediately upon hire Level one fingerprint clearance card or ability to obtain one upon 60 days of hire Demonstrated experience working within the substance abuse/recovery field Knowledge of substance abuse treatment methodologies and therapy techniques Must be willing to learn and ask questions, accept feedback and be accountable Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook Working knowledge of HIPAA PII security requirements Be familiar with DSM 5 diagnosis Ability to manage priorities and workflow Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm Valid Driver’s License Educational

Requirements

Master’s or bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or equivalent field of study. A Master’s Degree may be required depending on licensure Additional Notes Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Public Health Administration, or relevant field preferred

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health counseling, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for individuals with substance use disorders. They facilitate individual, group, and family therapy sessions while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field and possess active Arizona State licensure or certification. Additional requirements include a level one fingerprint clearance card, CPR/First Aid certification, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Individual therapyBiopsychosocial assessmentTrauma-informed careHIPAA compliance

Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Addiction Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% are remote, 36% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $70k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Addiction Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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Salary Distribution26 jobs · 20 employers

10
<$80k
2
$80k-95k
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$95k-110k
6
$110k-125k
2
$125k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
88%
Sign-on bonus
28%
CME allowance
28% this job
Loan repayment
8%
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Addiction Medicine (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,292 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Chandler

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$472k≈ 7.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,868/mo≈ 34% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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