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Gila River Health Care

Mental Health Counselor

Pay: $75,225/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Sacaton, AZ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/18/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$38,870 / year median in Arizona

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

"Competitive hourly Rates and an Exceptional comprehensive Benefits Package; NO Deductible!!"

Position Summary:

Plans, organizes, and conducts behavioral health therapy with patients, with behavioral health and substance abuse recovery needs by performing the following duties personally. Responsible for ensuring that all critical tasks are fulfilled on a timely basis.

Area of BH:

Mental Health (Children and Adults)

Shift Schedule:

Mon-Fri, 8a-5p

Location:

Sacaton, AZ Required Qualifications- Masters' Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Substance Use/Addictions or closely related field of study from an accredited university or college. Current independent license from Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as either

LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LIAC

required; or moving towards independent licensure with respective associate license. Prefer two years counseling and/or therapist mental health and/or substance use/addictions treatment experience. Arizona Department of Public Safety Level Fingerprint Clearance Card required. Current and continuing CPR/FA and/or BLS training and certifications preferred. Demonstrated ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$62,697.00 - $87,753.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Required)

Experience:

counseling, therapist mental health : 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

License from AZ Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (Required)

Work Location:

In person