UHS·Phoenix, Arizona
The therapist provides psychotherapy, assessment, and diagnosis for individuals, couples, and families to improve emotional health. Responsibilities include managing a patient caseload, coordinating care with treatment teams, and providing crisis intervention and referrals.
Valley Hospital Phoenix is seeking a dynamic and talented Therapist (MA/MSW) to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals. Sign on Bonus $5000!! The Therapist (MA/MSW) The Licensed Therapist performs social services and psychotherapy functions to include assisting patients in meeting their biopsychosocial needs while providing assessment, diagnosis, and psychotherapy treatment of individuals, couples, families, and groups to assist patient’s in achieving their optimal level of emotional health, including providing basic consultation, psycho-education, complete specialized clinical psychotherapy services for patients/families receiving care, crisis intervention, short-term family therapy, and providing information and referrals as needed.
Communicate with the patient’s treatment team and have a thorough understanding of the patient’s behaviors, current presentation, and future treatment goals Coordinate care with family, community, outpatient providers, and inpatient team via meetings with the individual responsible physician Carry a caseload, meet with patients daily, and maintain accurate document Location: 3550 East Pinchot Avenue, Phoenix, AZ Schedule: This is a full-time position located on site Website: https://valleyhospital-phoenix.com/ Benefit Highlights: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Tuition savings to continue your education with Chamberlain University
Candidates must have a Master's degree in social work or mental health and at least three years of experience in a healthcare or managed care setting. A valid professional license (such as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) is required or must be obtainable within three months of hire.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Arizona often look for candidates who can connect directly with clients through lived experience and strong community-based support skills. These roles can be competitive because they may require a high school diploma, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and quick completion of Peer Support Certification, along with a valid Arizona driver’s license and fingerprint clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and clearance readiness before applying.