Outpatient Therapist (PRN)

Sierra Tucson is seeking an experienced Independent Licensed Professional to work at Sierra on Campus, an intensive outpatient program located at 1051 E Mabel St. This collaborative initiative between Sierra Tucson and the University of Arizona supports students needing additional mental healthcare while remaining active in campus life, addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use.

About the role

PRN availability: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 11am–7pm. Services are delivered directly on campus.

Responsibilities

• Apply psychotherapeutic techniques and interventions to treat diagnosed emotional and mental disorders for individuals and families.
• Conduct individual, group, or family therapy as appropriate for patient treatment plans.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and develop initial discharge plans.
• Provide initial treatment planning based on assessments, coordinate additional services, and revise plans as necessary.
• Maintain documentation of therapy services according to facility and professional standards.
• Maintain an assigned caseload.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with staff to facilitate patient services.
• Provide case management, discharge planning, or after-care planning according to treatment plans.
• Educate and train staff on behavior management or therapeutic crisis intervention, as needed.
• Coordinate clinical, psychosocial, or educational activities with patients and their families.
• Evaluate patient needs and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are required.
• Assist in training new clinical staff and interns.
• Coordinate activities of other clinical and direct patient care personnel, providing direction and guidance.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward patients and staff.
• Acknowledge and work to resolve complaints when patient needs are not met.
• Prioritize patient safety in all aspects of care.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or another therapeutic field.
• Eight or more years of experience as a therapist, with at least six years working with the specific population of the facility.
• State or national licensure for professional therapy providers.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification (training available upon hire).
• First aid certification may be required based on state or facility regulations.