SEX OFFENDER THERAPIST

Job description

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK AT LEAST TWO EVENINGS UNTIL 8PM
GENEROUS BONUS STRUCTURE AVAILABLE

At Arizona Center for Change (AZCFC), we are a proven leader in the delivery of behavioral health and justice-related services for juveniles and adults. We are seeking qualified, motivated clinicians to join our highly skilled and dedicated team of forensic professionals.

This is an opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding environment focused on accountability, rehabilitation, and meaningful client change.

Position Responsibilities:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Conduct assessments and screenings with adult and adolescent offenders to evaluate treatment needs and develop appropriate treatment goals.
Develop, implement, monitor, and document offense-specific treatment plans.
Provide group, individual, and family therapy for adult and juvenile offenders.
Facilitate coordination of care, including case reviews, therapeutic interventions, and treatment progress updates.
Utilize standardized risk assessment tools to assist with treatment planning and case conceptualization.
Collaborate with probation officers, case managers, referral sources, and family members to support a multisystemic treatment approach.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Work with a diverse caseload that may also include non-offender behavioral health clients.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in a mental health or behavioral health field.
Current licensure through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (AZBBHE).
Independently Licensed Clinicians strongly preferred.
Bilingual clinicians strongly encouraged to apply.
Clinical supervision toward independent licensure available.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

Applicants should ideally have:

At least 2 years of experience working within the specialty areas identified above.
Experience providing treatment to adults and/or juveniles with histories of sexually abusive or problematic behaviors.
Working knowledge of evidence-based practices in offender treatment, including cognitive behavioral and motivational approaches.
Experience working with court-involved individuals and systems.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Strong candidates will demonstrate many of the following:

Independent licensure through AZBBHE
(LISAC applicants must also possess a qualifying master’s-level license.)
Associate-licensed applicants may be considered based on demonstrated training and experience.
Dedication to preventing further victimization and supporting long-term behavioral change.
Ability to effectively manage difficult clinical discussions with challenging populations.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Reliability, professionalism, and consistency in performance.
Strong desire for continued professional growth and learning.
Understanding of forensic treatment and offender dynamics
High level of organization, attention to detail, and thoroughness.

Note to Applicants: It is anticipated this position will be highly demanding and will require you to fully devote the time and energy necessary to meet the job functions.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

High end of compensation range reflects either addition of bonuses or Licensed Psychologist.

Send inquiry and resume to: dgenco@azcfc.com