Clinical Counselor Wanted!
Listed compensation
$60k-$65k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Are you a licensed professional for mental health?
If you are apply to be a crucial member of Orion Homes Leadership Team, under the supervision of the Clinical Director, perform clinical and administrative duties in support of residential and therapeutic services for adults with SMI, TBI, and dual diagnoses.
Our company has been voted and won Top Work Places from 2021 through 2025!
If you’re like us, you’ll be motivated to be a driving force in people’s growth and a positive influence on the quality of life of our residents.
We encourage you to apply!
Job Summary
As a member of the Leadership Team and under the supervision of the Clinical Director, perform clinical and administrative duties in support of residential and therapeutic services for adults with Dual Diagnoses SMI, and TBI. Supervise the implementation of treatment plans, ensure services are provided in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations and contract requirements, and build an environment which promotes growth for each member of our team and everyone in our care.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Provide individual and group therapy/counseling to residents and write individual and group therapy notes.
Attend/Lead the resident’s “Staffing’s” as part of the client care team and follow through with changes and updates on treatment & safety plans
Develop and maintain Initial Assessments, initial & subsequent Treatment Plans, Crisis/Safety Plans, and Discharge Plans.
Guide residents in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their presenting problems.
Lead coordination of care and goal setting through Case Management meetings and consistent communication with Guardians, Case Managers, advocates, and family members.
Review Incident Reports, submit as necessary to Case Managers or AHCCCS QM Portal, and develop appropriate plans to address patterns or trends in incidents.
Serve as mentor, coach, and trainer for direct care staff, particularly in the areas of service delivery and documentation, ensuring adherence to Orion’s philosophy, goals, and objectives.
Work collaboratively with House Managers and Program Coordinators to ensure resident needs are met in a safe and supportive environment.
Work collaboratively with Human Resources to monitor staff performance, recommend training or performance improvement plans, and develop future leaders.
Participate in weekly leadership meetings with Department Heads and Executives to address operational barriers, develop organizational goals, review problem areas, and share information.
Other duties may be assigned as necessary to support the clinical department as the company grows.
Required Education, Licensure and Experience
Licensure issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners to practice behavioral health in Arizona at the Independent level (LAC or LMSW) or Equivalent required.
Experience working with SMI adults struggling with delusions, hallucinations, self-injury, medication non-compliance, verbal aggression, physical aggression, elopement, and memory or communication deficits is a PLUS.
- Must be 21 years or older
- Must possess and maintain a current driver license and a clean driving record in the State of Arizona
- Must pass background checks such as federal, state, APS, CPS and OIG, etc.
- Must hold a valid Level 1 Fingerprint Card
Benefits
- Salaried Position Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
- 3 weeks Paid Time off
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- 401k Match
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Can receive Clinical Oversight from Licensed Counselor/Social Worker
Key Responsibilities
The Clinical Counselor will perform clinical and administrative duties, including providing individual and group therapy and developing treatment plans for adults with SMI and TBI. They will also serve as a member of the leadership team, mentoring staff and coordinating care with families and external case managers.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid Arizona behavioral health license at the independent level (LAC or LMSW) and possess a clean driving record. Experience working with adults struggling with severe mental health symptoms and behavioral challenges is highly preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 48% 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 ~$63k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Counselor Wanted! at Orion Homes a 6.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Counseling — ranked against 13,776 active Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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