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LEAD THERAPIST (MASTERS)

Universal Health Services
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Jun 03, 2026
Responsibilities

Valley Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic Lead Therapist to work in a Group therapy setting. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about working with the following groups:

The Licensed Lead Outpatient Program Therapist facilitates groups, manages a case load, and provides clinical services to patients served. Duties to include assisting other Therapists in meeting their program goals, provide support and feedback. Job functions within Outpatient includes, completing biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, progress notes, questionnaires, discharge planning, and individual, family, and group therapy as needed. The Lead Therapist will carry a case load and is responsible for having a thorough understanding of the patient's treatment through communication with the treatment team. The Lead Therapist performs leadership duties to support program development for the hospital as well as the professional development of each therapist. Lead therapist may conduct treatment plan meetings along side of the clinical director or in lieu of clinical director. Lead therapist will help onboard, mentor, and train new therapist with their job descriptions and competencies.

Location: 3550 East Pinchot Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Schedule: Monday - Friday (day and evening positions available)

Website: https://valleyhospital-phoenix.com/

Additional Information:

  • 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 Reimbursement
  • May be required to work overtime and flexible hours

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Counseling, Social Work, or a clinical related mental health field.

Experience: A minimum of two (3) years' experience in behavioral health, with direct experience in family, group, and individual therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; strong clinical assessment skills preferred.

License: Outpatient Program Therapist must possess an Arizona State license in counseling, social work, or clinical related mental health field (LAC, LPC, LMSW, or LCSW). Other licensure to be evaluated as needed.

Additional Requirements: CPR certification and management of aggressive behavior (HWC) training within 30 days of employment and prior to assisting in a restraining procedure. May be required to work flexible hours.

A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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