Counselor I (Men's Campus)
About The Position
Phoenix Rescue Mission is a place of hope, healing, and new beginnings for men, women, and children facing hunger, homelessness, addiction, and trauma. We follow Christ’s example of servant-leadership and teamwork in our ministry of rescue and restoration. We are a community who values and celebrates one another and we strive toward excellence together as a certified Best Christian Workplace. At this moment, God is doing important and incredible things at Phoenix Rescue Mission. Do you want to be a part of it? This role is for someone who is a compassionate counselor, an eager learner, a collaborative teammate, a thoughtful communicator, and a committed Christian.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
- Meet Arizona Board of Behavioral Health minimum requirements to pursue associate licensure or equivalent.
- Knowledge of counseling theories, evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, and recovery principles.
- Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and risk assessment skills.
- Strong communication, critical thinking, organization, and time management skills with the ability to manage a caseload and work effectively in a residential recovery environment.
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation, navigate electronic health record (EHR) systems, and uphold confidentiality, ethical, and regulatory standards.
- Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support the professional development of junior counseling staff.
- Current AZ Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card with no restrictions, or eligibility to obtain with no restrictions.
- A solid and credible Christian witness and lifestyle that exemplifies Christ in character and actions.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual counseling, psychoeducational groups, skills-based groups, and recovery-focused interventions under clinical supervision.
- Conduct intake and biopsychosocial assessments and basic risk screenings under supervision.
- Help clients identify goals, build motivation for change, and develop recovery-oriented coping skills.
- Develop treatment plans under the oversight of a licensed supervisor and support clients in making progress toward established goals.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with PRM standards, billing requirements, and clinical guidelines.
- Monitor client attendance, progress, and engagement and communicate concerns to supervisory staff.
- Collaborate with case management, residential operations, and interdisciplinary teams to support coordinated client care.
- Support crisis intervention efforts by identifying concerns and promptly escalating safety issues to supervisory staff.
- Participate in ongoing training, clinical supervision, and competency development in preparation for associate licensure.
- Participate in client baptisms, graduations, devotions, prayers, and other organizational activities that promote a credible Christian witness and lifestyle.
Benefits
- Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) match program
- Robust paid time off program
- 12 paid holidays annually
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
