Clinician – Douglas

Reports to:

Program Manager or Director of Clinical Programs

• Last updated:
  September 22, 2025

The clinician is responsible for assessing, supporting, and treating individuals with mental health and psychosocial needs. This role includes conducting evaluations, developing individualized service plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and coordinating care with internal teams and community resources. The clinician works with diverse populations, including those in crisis or with complex needs, and maintains accurate documentation in compliance with legal and agency standards.

Clinical services may be provided under supervision, depending on licensure status.

• Conduct clinical assessments of clients’ mental, emotional, and behavioral health using interviews, standardized tools, and input from other professionals. Develop and regularly update individualized, evidence-based treatment plans aligned with client goals and progress.
• Provide individual, group, couples, and/or family therapy using appropriate modalities. Deliver crisis intervention, including de-escalation, safety planning, and referral to higher levels of care when needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including treatment plans, progress notes (DAP format), reports, incident documentation, and communications, in compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, primary care providers, case managers, schools, and community partners—to ensure holistic, coordinated care.
• Deliver psychoeducation on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies. Advocate for client rights and access to services. Engage in culturally sensitive care tailored to the individual and family’s preferences and backgrounds.
• Participate in Adult Recovery Teams (ART) and/or Child and Family Teams (CFT) as appropriate. Attend and contribute to staff meetings, trainings, and program-specific team meetings (e.g., Admissions, Quality Circle).
• Adhere to professional ethics, confidentiality requirements, and state/federal regulations, including HIPAA and mandated reporting laws. Report all suspected cases of child abuse, neglect, or abandonment as required.
• Engage in ongoing training and continuing education. If not independently licensed, participate in clinical supervision per Arizona state law (minimum 1 hour every 2 weeks). If licensed, may provide clinical supervision and approve documentation as appropriate.
• Provide therapy, case management, and crisis intervention in both office and community settings. Ensure services are delivered in alignment with ADHS Practice Guidelines and best practices.
• Represent the organization professionally in community settings. Complete special projects and assignments as requested.

• A master’s degree in a behavioral health-related field is required, along with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in the mental health field.
• Licensure is preferred.
• A Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card and reliable transportation is required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management practices is required.
• Must be capable of working independently, maintaining flexible hours to meet the needs of members/consumers, and driving a personal or agency vehicle as needed.

• Understanding of the symptoms and behaviors associated with major mental illnesses.
• Familiarity with basic social rehabilitation, socialization techniques, and life skills training.
• Knowledge of the psychosocial aspects and characteristics of emotional disturbances and mental illness.
• Proficiency in interviewing techniques, counseling methods, crisis intervention, and psychosocial assessment.
• Solid grasp of human behavior and development across the lifespan.
• Awareness of the unique challenges, attitudes, and needs of individuals experiencing emotional or social disturbances.
• Knowledge of community resources and their role in addressing social determinants of health.
• Basic understanding of the…