Behavioral Health Counselor I, II or III (Child and Family Services)
About The Position
The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Counselor with extensive experience providing individual and group counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Native children and families while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that values cultural respect and community wellness. The Child and Family Services team is looking for a candidate who is skilled in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care and can collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team to support emotional wellness and family stability. A strong understanding of working within a tribal community, including knowledge of SRPMIC culture, values, and community needs, is essential.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or closely related area
- Two (2) years of direct counseling experience
- One (1) year of full-time supervisory experience in a major behavioral health services related program
- Possesses or within 6 months of hire, obtained at least one (1) of the following licenses to practice in Arizona: Associate Counselor (LAC) or Professional Counselor (LPC); Associate Marriage and Family Counselor (LAMFT) or Marriage and Family Counselor; Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or; Associate Substance Abuse Counselor (LASAC) or Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC)
- Extensive experience providing individual and group counseling services to children, adolescents, and families
- Skilled in trauma informed, culturally responsive care
- Able to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong understanding of how to work within a tribal community, including knowledge of SRPMIC culture, values, and community needs
- Successful completion of an extensive background investigation
- Pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check
- Pass drug and alcohol testing
Nice To Haves
- Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214 required at time of application submission)
- Qualified Community Member (Tribal I.D required at time of application submission)
- Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission)
- Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission)
Responsibilities
- Completing assessments
- Developing treatment plans
- Maintaining accurate documentation
- Participating in crisis intervention
- Engaging in community-based outreach as needed
Benefits
- 15 paid holidays
- Paid birthday leave
- Annual Leave and Sick Time accruals based on years of service
- 401(k) retirement plan with 5% Employer contribution and a 3% match
- Health Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Wellness Program – Earn credits toward cash or paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
