Therapist

Therapist Job: Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center is looking for Mental Health Therapist to use their behavioral health experience to make a positive difference in the lives of adolescents who need help to live their best lives.

Salary: $62,000- $67,000 per year

Shift/Hours: M-F, 8 hour, On Call

Therapist Perks:

• Competitive and Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including holidays and birthday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• DailyPay- access a portion of your base wages in advance
• And More!

Therapist Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check, and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Education: A Master's degree that is license eligible in the following (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, Psychologist) or associate licensed clinician (LAMFT, LAC, etc.)
• Licensure: Independently licensed clinician (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, Psychologist) in Arizona (Preferred)
• Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in the behavioral health care field, preferably providing treatment to children and adolescents

Therapist Responsibilities:

• Prepare treatment plans in coordination with the interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain a caseload; ensure established services are provided to each patient/resident
• Prepare individual service plans (ISP); ensure interventions are held at the frequency documented on the ISP
• Attend treatment team meetings; lead the review of the overall ISP progress
• Maintain regular contact with referring agencies to update the resident's condition/progress
• Prepare monthly reports and discharge summaries with updated information
• Update diagnostic assessments according to the facility and agency policies
• Conduct individual/group/family therapy sessions in a safe, therapeutic environment
• Assist with discharge planning to ensure a seamless transition for the patient/resident

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center

Residential Behavioral Health | Adolescent Treatment | Trauma-Informed Care | Arizona Nonprofit

Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center (MMYTC) is a nonprofit residential behavioral health treatment center serving adolescents with serious emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders. Located in Arizona, we provide structured, trauma-informed, and clinically sophisticated care for youth who require intensive therapeutic support. MMYTC staff routinely treat vulnerable youth who have survived abuse, neglect and exploitation in their communities, which provides a unique opportunity for staff to provide life-saving care.

Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists, behavioral health technicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and direct care professionals who work together to create safe, therapeutic environments where youth can stabilize, heal, and build lifelong skills.

Why Work at MMYTC?

If you're looking for meaningful work in behavioral health, residential treatment, youth services, or mental health care, MMYTC offers the opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact.

We are committed to:

v Trauma-informed, strengths-based treatment approaches

v Collaborative, team-oriented clinical care

v Professional growth and internal advancement

v Ethical, mission-driven nonprofit service

v A safe, structured residential environment

Whether you are an experienced licensed clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT), behavioral health technician, psychiatric nurse, case manager, special education teacher, or entry-level direct care staff, you'll be part of a team that values compassion, accountability, and excellence.

Our Clinical Model

Our evidence-based programming integrates:

v Individual, group, and family therapy

v Psychiatric evaluation and medication management

v Substance use disorder treatment

v Specialized care for youth who are survivors of sexual exploitation

v Skills development and behavior management

v Accredited educational services

v Discharge planning and community reintegration

We serve adolescents with complex trauma histories, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, co-occurring substance use, and other mental health diagnoses requiring 24/7 therapeutic support.

Our Workplace Culture

At MMYTC, we recognize that strong outcomes for youth begin with supported, empowered staff. We emphasize:

v Clear leadership communication

v Clinical supervision and mentorship

v Ongoing training and certification opportunities

v Team collaboration across residential, clinical, and education departments

v A mission-driven culture focused on safety and growth

MMYTC believes that responsible organizations support the physical, psychological, emotional and moral needs of their staff, including through providing comprehensive employee benefit options. We are proud to provide competitive and affordable employee benefits that are customizable to each employee's needs.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about adolescent behavioral health, residential treatment, trauma-informed care, and making a difference in Arizona communities, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center. Together, we help youth build resilience, restore stability, and create brighter futures.