Family Therapist

Position: Family Therapist

Location: Phoenix, AZ
Schedule: Part-Time, Full-Time

Setting: Residential Treatment Center
Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000 per year
Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
• 401(k) with Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym & Yoga Membership Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Referral Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Professional Development Assistance

• Conduct two structured family therapy sessions per week for each client:
• One session with parents only to provide education, support, and coaching
• One session with adolescents and parents to improve communication and address relational dynamics
• Facilitate a bi-weekly group family coaching session, incorporating psychoeducation, skill-building, and peer support
• Utilize evidence-based approaches such as Family Systems Therapy, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Provide parent coaching and education on topics such as communication strategies, boundary setting, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention
• Collaborate with clinical teams and case managers to ensure family therapy aligns with each client’s treatment plan
• Support successful transitions and aftercare planning for families
• Maintain timely and accurate progress notes, treatment plans, and family session documentation in accordance with state regulations and Joint Commission standards
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to review client progress and adjust therapeutic interventions as needed

We are committed to helping adolescents and families navigate mental health challenges and build stronger relationships. We offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of families in need

• Education: Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
• Licensure: Licensed or license-eligible in Arizona (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year providing family therapy, preferably in behavioral health or a residential treatment setting
• Expertise: Experience working with adolescents and families impacted by mental health challenges, substance use, and trauma
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of family dynamics, attachment theory, and parenting strategies for at-risk youth
• Ability to facilitate group family coaching with confidence and sensitivity
• Excellent communication, organizational, and clinical documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Training in Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing (MI), DBT, or CBT for families
• Experience working with diverse family structures and populations

• Education: Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
• Licensure: Licensed or license-eligible in Arizona (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year providing family therapy, preferably in behavioral health or a residential treatment setting
• Expertise: Experience working with adolescents and families impacted by mental health challenges, substance use, and trauma

Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000 per year
Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
• 401(k) with Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym & Yoga Membership Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Referral Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Professional Development Assistance

Salary : $70,000 - $90,000