Counselor II (Men's Campus)

We transform lives.

Phoenix Rescue Mission is a place of hope, healing, and new beginnings for men, women, and children facing with 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?

WHO WILL LOVE THIS JOB

• A compassionate clinician, you find purpose in building meaningful therapeutic relationships and helping individuals navigate recovery, trauma, and complex behavioral health needs.
• A confident critical thinker, you use sound clinical judgment to assess needs, respond to crises, and determine appropriate interventions.
• A collaborative teammate, you enjoy working alongside multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated, client-centered care.
• A developing leader, you enjoy sharing your knowledge, modeling effective clinical practices, and supporting the growth of other professionals.
• A committed Christian, you are energized by spreading God’s Word and growing His Kingdom.

YOUR TOP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide professional individual counseling, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and group facilitation services with increasing autonomy.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including biopsychosocial evaluations, risk assessments, and diagnostic impressions under supervision.
• Manage a diverse caseload, including clients with co-occurring disorders, complex trauma histories, and higher levels of clinical need.
• Develop and maintain clinically sound treatment plans with measurable goals and monitor client progress.
• Provide timely and appropriate crisis responses and assist with crisis planning, coordinated responses, and safety monitoring.
• Document all services in compliance with PRM policies, licensing requirements, and ethical standards.
• Communicate with multidisciplinary teams and program leadership to coordinate integrated care and provide clinical recommendations.
• Serve as a clinical resource to Counselor I staff and Recovery Coaches by modeling effective therapeutic communication and sound clinical reasoning.
• Participate in clinical supervision, required training, and continuing education while progressing toward independent licensure.
• You will lead or participate in devotions, prayers, or other organization activities that promote a credible Christian witness and lifestyle.

Requirements

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Active associate license with the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (LAC, LAMFT, LMSW, LASAC, or equivalent).
• Minimum of one year of counseling experience, preferably in substance use treatment, trauma-informed care, or residential behavioral health.
• Strong skills in clinical assessment, treatment planning, individual and group counseling, evidence-based interventions, crisis intervention, and risk assessment.
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma-informed care, and holistic recovery principles.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, organization, and time management skills with the ability to manage complex clinical needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation, utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems, and uphold confidentiality, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Life-giving work that transforms the cities we serve
• Caring and supportive environment
• Generous health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) match program
• Robust paid time off program
• 12 paid holidays annually

Phoenix Rescue Mission is an equal opportunity employer consistent with its rights as a religious not-for-profit organization to exercise employment preferences for members of the Christian faith. Employees must affirm their alignment with the Mission's Statement of Faith and adhere to the Mission's employee policies and guidelines as set forth by the CEO.