Behavioral Health Counselor I, II, or III (Intake)

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals re-entering the community? Want to find a supportive team environment committed to rehabilitation and justice reform? The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community may hold your next opportunity.

SRPMIC – Health & Human Services – Behavioral Health Services is seeking an experienced Intake Counselor to join a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to serving the SRPMIC community.

Who are we? 

The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is a sovereign tribe located in the metropolitan Phoenix area. Bounded by the cities of Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, and Fountain Hills, the Community serves over 11,000 tribal members, and all people conduct business over approximately 96 square miles of residential, agricultural, and commercial lands, as a full-service government entity. 

Salary Ranges: 

• Behavioral Health Counselor I – license eligible – $62,007 to 83,706 (Annually)
• Behavioral Health Counselor II – Associate Level Licensure – $68,450 to 92,407 (Annually)
• Behavioral Health Counselor III – Independent Level Licensure – $71,866 to 97,015 (Annually)

What do you have?

The Intake Counselor must be highly adaptable, able to adjust quickly to changing client needs and fluctuating daily workflows and be comfortable engaging with individuals who present a wide range of behavioral health concerns.

Candidates should be organized, flexible, clinically skilled, and committed to supporting the wellbeing of the SRPMIC community through compassionate engagement, collaboration, and high-quality service delivery.

What does the job look like?

This position requires the ability to conduct thorough clinical assessments and screenings, apply strong clinical reasoning to identify needs, risks, and appropriate levels of care. Develop individualized treatment plans that support client goals and available resources.

Effective coordination of care within the department and with community stakeholders is essential to ensuring continuity and cultural responsiveness.

What do you need?

• Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, or related behavioral health field.
• Arizona licensure or eligibility (LAC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT).
• Strong communication, documentation, and organization skills.

Why should you apply? 

• Serve in a mission-driven Department committed to community well-being.
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive employee benefit program.
• 15 paid holidays plus paid birthday leave.
• Annual Leave and Sick Time accruals based on years of service. 
• 401(k) retirement plan with 5% Employer contribution plus a 3% match. 
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Wellness Program – Earn credits toward cash or paid time off.

• May be required to work beyond normal work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Present valid BLS certificate prior to first day of patient care.

Next Steps: Apply at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srpmic before September 9, 2026. 

Prior to hiring as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods: 

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

4) Email to [email protected]
Documentation must be received by position closing date. 

IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.