Associate Clinical Therapist (LAC, LMSW, LAMFT)
Listed compensation
Associate Level: $65K–$71K
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Job Purpose: As an Associate Clinical Therapist at Denova Collaborative Health, you will provide diagnostic assessments and individualized treatment to patients experiencing mental, emotional, and behavioral health challenges. You will counsel individuals, families, couples, and groups while supporting prevention, early intervention, and ongoing mental health treatment
Your responsibilities will include intake assessments, service planning, crisis intervention, care coordination, and evidence-based therapy. You will also receive clinical supervision that meets the standards established by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, supporting your continued professional development and advancement toward independent licensure.
Bonus Alert: Earn a Sign-On Bonus of $2,500. Achieve this bonus by maintaining excellent attendance and performance within your first 90 days of employment!
Compensation
- Compensation is based on experience and licensure status.
- Associate Level: $65,000 – $71,000
This is a W-2 position with the opportunity to increase your take-home pay through our Pay-for-Performance (P4P) compensation model.
What You Will Do
Collaborates with the patient and their natural supports to develop and implement an effective service plan. Takes time to explain the available clinical options to the patient and his/her natural supports and identify the advantages/disadvantages of the options.
Provides clinically appropriate psychotherapy services in accordance with applicable ethical code(s), rules, and regulations.
Serves as the point of contact for coordination and communication with other systems where clinical knowledge of the case is crucial.
Assists in screening and coordinating integrated services for patients.
Provides clinical oversight to ensure the provision of all covered services identified on the service plan; referrals to community services as appropriate; services and supports (as applicable) between inpatient and outpatient settings; and services and support as needed.
Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of treatment through ongoing assessments of the patient and their natural supports, which may result in modifying the service plan as necessary.
Participates in individual & group supervision that meets standards set by the AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiners in accordance with organizational policy.
- Maintain client records
- Other duties assigned.
What We Need From You
- A degree in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Social Work, with a zest for helping others.
- A current or pending associate-level Arizona behavioral health license, such as an LAC, LMSW, or LAMFT.
- Exceptional teamwork, communication, and multitasking skills, thriving in both independent and collaborative settings.
- Proficiency in mental health diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation, with an eye for detail.
- A valid BLS certification and a valid Arizona fingerprint clearance.
- A forward-thinking approach, welcoming the advantages of telehealth.
- Work within an EMR system, Advance MD preferred
- Enthusiasm for a performance-based compensation plan, embracing the rewards of your dedication.
Your Work Schedule
Hybrid: Enjoy the best of both worlds with 4 days remote and 1 day onsite each week.
Schedule Options
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM or 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM
Perks of Being Part of Denova
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with a 3.5% company match
- Paid holidays, generous PTO, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Pet insurance to help care for your furry family members
Confidential Employee Assistance Program Services
- Licensure reimbursement and potential eligibility for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program
- Individual and group clinical supervision that supports your path toward independent licensure
Rewarding Performance-based Compensation
- Administrative bonus opportunities based on company performance and established eligibility criteria
- Comprehensive malpractice and professional liability insurance
- Plus, so much more!
Denova Collaborative Health LLC is an integrated primary care and behavioral health practice based in the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area. Our comprehensive virtual care services are available for residents throughout the entire state of Arizona.
We provide a “whole person” approach to health and promote collaboration among our team of primary care providers and specialists. Our unique service integration of primary care, behavioral health, addiction medicine, and wellness enables our team to provide better health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Clinical Therapist provides diagnostic assessments and evidence-based psychotherapy to patients experiencing mental, emotional, and behavioral health challenges. They also coordinate care, develop service plans, and participate in clinical supervision to advance toward independent licensure.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Social Work and possess a current or pending associate-level Arizona behavioral health license. Proficiency in mental health diagnosis, a valid BLS certification, and an Arizona fingerprint clearance are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Clinical Therapist (LAC, LMSW, LAMFT) at Denova Collaborative Health a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Mental Health Therapy counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 28% have no call, 72% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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