Counselor - Tucson, AZ (Tucson Park)
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Intermountain Centers as a Counselor – Tucson, AZ in United States. Looking to build a lasting career? Join a team that is inclusive and embraces all individuals.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate member’s physical or mental condition through interviews, observation or assessments.
- Guide members in the development of skills or strategies, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, identifying problems, adjusting to life, and making changes.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs on member’s progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives.
Requirements
- Education – Masters level or higher in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
- Experience – No fewer than 2 years of experience working in the public behavioral health system (preferably with members with SMI).
- License - N/A REGULATORY: Minimum 18 years of age.
- Arizona Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (must possess upon hire and maintain throughout employment).
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Fixed schedule.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Intermountain Centers in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Counselor - Tucson, AZ (Tucson Park) at Intermountain Centers a 3.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Mental Health Counseling physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Mental Health Counseling — Physician Career Context
This Mental Health Counseling position at Intermountain Centers is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Tucson, Arizona.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Counseling, Mental Health, Addiction Disorders, Trauma Recovery, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Crisis Intervention, Advocacy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Mental Health Counseling role.
Core responsibilities: The Counselor provides a variety of counseling services to members with mental illness, addiction disorders, and trauma effects. They work with a treatment team to aid in members' recovery goals and ensure strong clinical care and coordination.
Benefits package: Top-Level Compensation, Exceptional Health Benefits, Dental Benefits, Disability Benefits, Career Advancement Programs, Compensation Advancement Programs, Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, 401(k) Company Match. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Mental Health Counseling physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
5d ago
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