Licensed Therapist, First Responder Program (Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties, Arizona)

Kindbridge is expanding access to innovative behavioral health solutions. We’re a dynamic, collaborative team transforming how mental health care is delivered. If you’re passionate about providing meaningful, evidence-based support, this is your chance to make a lasting impact with a mission-driven organization.

Why This Role Matters

As a Licensed Therapist serving Maricopa, Pinal, and Gila Counties with Kindbridge Behavioral Health, you’ll play a vital role in supporting first responders and their families through moments of crisis, recovery, and ongoing wellness. In this role, you’ll provide both virtual and in-person therapy, conduct mental health assessments, and offer on-call crisis support when needed. You’ll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to helping first responders build resilience and heal from the unique challenges of their work. This regionally based position allows you to deliver evidence-based care tailored to those on the front lines—sometimes including triage and limited travel to offer in-person crisis support when it matters most.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-call crisis support and clinical triage, including occasional travel to assist first responders during critical incidents
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and create individualized treatment plans
• Deliver confidential annual counseling evaluations for first responders
• Assess, diagnose, and support cilents through individualized therapeutic care
• Offer couples, family, and group sessions as appropriate
• Facilitate critical incident stress management and group or individual debriefings
• Build strong, trusting relationships that create a safe space for clients to process emotions and experiences
• Develop and adjust care plans based on each client’s needs and goals
• Maintain accurate, confidential records in alignment with HIPAA standards
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
• Remain current with best practices and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
• Must reside in Arizona and hold an active license as a therapist in the state (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Experience providing triage care and crisis intervention for first responders and their families during high-intensity or critical incidents required
• Strong background in evidence-based treatment modalities, including trauma-informed care
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with clients quickly
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively document client progress and treatment plans
• Workers’ compensation experience a plus
• Experience with EHR systems, telehealth tools, and various clinical software applications
• Commitment to providing high-quality care and to continuously improving your skills and knowledge

Why Join Kindbridge?

• You’ll get to support the mental health and resilience of first responders, ensuring those who protect others receive the care they deserve
• You’ll shape a new statewide model for accessible, evidence-based behavioral health care
• You’ll use your clinical expertise to promote readiness, recovery, and long-term wellness for law enforcement, fire, and EMS personnel
• You’ll collaborate with a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to innovation and lasting impact
• You'll have the flexibility to work remotely in the state of Arizona with reimbursement for crisis intervention travel expenses

Interested? Apply today and help us shape the future of behavioral health!