Independent Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor
$81,972–$81,972 year
On-siteMesa, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Assess and provide therapeutic counseling services for individuals, families, and groups regarding general mental health and substance use. Deliver prevention and education services to the primarily Spanish-speaking community while collaborating with multidisciplinary care teams to facilitate patient follow-up. Provide accurate documentation, billing, and program audit support, actively participating in case staffing meetings and peer reviews. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations while completing required training and maintaining licensure. This role supports NATIVE HEALTH's mission to provide accessible holistic care to urban American Indians and Alaska Natives, working within a diverse and underserved population.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in social work or counseling, or a related field
- Active and unrestricted AZBBHE licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and/or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
- Valid and unrestricted Arizona driver's license (within 30 days of hire if applicant is from out-of-state) with no DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions in the last five years
- No more than two at-fault accidents in the last three years
- Must maintain a valid Arizona driver's license during employment
- Must be insurable under NATIVE HEALTH's liability auto policy
- Must pass a criminal background check and obtain a Class 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card within the initial ninety (90) calendar days of employment
- Must retain a valid Class 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed with NATIVE HEALTH
- Must pass substance abuse testing upon employment
- Must submit to random testing during employment
- Must provide an updated immunization (IZ) record at the time of employment
- Must have a current (within 12 months) Tuberculosis (TB) skin report upon employment
- Must provide an annual update to the Tuberculosis (TB) skin report
- Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 calendar days of employment
- Must maintain BLS certification during employment
- Knowledge of principles, techniques and trends in counseling, psychotherapy, clinical case management, and various treatment modalities
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of mental health and substance use education, prevention, and crisis intervention
- Ability to deliver strong clinical services to individuals, families, and/or groups
- Must be able to work with confidential material without betraying the trust of patients, families, or the agency- in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations, as well as agency policies
- Ability to assess quality of patient care and make improvements, as needed
- Knowledge and competence in supporting the cultural, social, and economic backgrounds of a diverse service population with traditionally underserved needs
- Knowledge of mental health and substance use issues of the diverse populations served
- Knowledge of existing social and behavioral health resources available for patient care
- Knowledge and skills to provide brief intervention counseling focused on adults and/or children with general mental health and/or substance abuse challenges
- Proficient with computer-based applications such as MS Office, Adobe, and electronic health record
- Must possess a current (within 12 months) Tuberculosis (TB) skin report upon employment
- Must provide an annual update to the Tuberculosis (TB) skin report
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Three years of specialized experience in mental health and/or substance abuse with diverse populations
- Experience working with underserved populations
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