Clinical Therapist - Domestic Violence (DV) & DUI

JFCS of Southern Arizona•Tucson, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Domestic Violence (DV) & DUI Clinician is responsible for providing specialized intervention services, including court-ordered domestic violence and DUI education and treatment services. This role includes facilitating structured group interventions and providing individual services for court-involved and referred clients. The DV component of this position focuses on delivering an evidence-based domestic violence intervention curriculum that emphasizes accountability, victim safety, and behavior change in alignment with Arizona Code of Judicial Administration (ACJA) 5-209 and expectations of the Domestic Violence Court and community partners, including Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse. The DUI component includes providing screening, education, and/or treatment services in accordance with ADHS and ADOT requirements, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. This position will play a key role in supporting the development and implementation of both service lines and may evolve into a program leadership or supervisory role as services expand.

Requirements

Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Counseling, or related behavioral health field
Licensed in the State of Arizona (Associate or Independent level preferred)
Experience working with domestic violence and/or court-involved populations strongly preferred
Knowledge of domestic violence dynamics, including power and control and accountability frameworks
Experience facilitating groups preferred
Knowledge of or willingness to learn DUI regulations and service requirements
Strong documentation and report writing skills
Ability to collaborate with courts, probation, and regulatory agencies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with resistant or court-mandated clients
Willingness to receive feedback and engage in ongoing professional development
Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance and pass a background check

Nice To Haves

Experience working with domestic violence and/or court-involved populations
Experience facilitating groups

Responsibilities

Facilitate domestic violence intervention groups using an evidence-based curriculum (e.g., Emerge, Duluth, or similar)
Provide individual sessions as needed to support client accountability and engagement
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, including review of collateral documentation (police reports, orders of protection, etc.)
Utilize structured risk assessment tools (e.g., BIRAM) to assess and monitor participant risk
Develop and implement treatment plans focused on behavior change, accountability, and reduction of abusive behaviors
Complete detailed, court-aligned documentation, including progress reports and behavioral observations
Monitor attendance, participation, and compliance with program requirements
Collaborate with DV Court, probation, and community partners
Support coordination with victim advocacy services (Emerge) in alignment with victim contact protocols
Participate in case staffing's, review hearings, and multidisciplinary meetings as required
Provide DUI screening, education, and/or treatment services in accordance with ADHS and ADOT requirements
Facilitate DUI education and treatment groups
Conduct assessments and develop service plans based on client needs and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with all state regulations, documentation standards, and reporting requirements related to DUI services
Monitor client participation and compliance with court or referral requirements
Coordinate with referring agencies, courts, and other stakeholders as needed
Support development and implementation of DV and DUI program structures, workflows, and documentation standards
Ensure compliance with court, state, and agency requirements across both service lines
Assist in refining processes related to intake, reporting, and service delivery
Provide guidance and support to other staff as programs expand
Participate in ongoing training specific to DV intervention and DUI services
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
Adhere to agency protocols, legal requirements, and professional standards
Attend supervision and participate in ongoing training
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned