Counselor Jobs in Arizona
Counselor jobs in Arizona are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in behavioral health, school-based services, and substance use treatment across a wide range of settings from community nonprofits to large hospital networks. Phoenix and Tucson drive most of the volume, with Scottsdale also showing consistent activity, and employers like Banner Health, Valleywise Health, and Terros Health regularly carry open counselor roles. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona right now are substance use disorder counseling, mental health counseling in community health settings, and licensed school counseling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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ESSA is currently seeking an experienced social worker or counselor to fill positions at all levels at the K-12 public/charter schools we work with in the Surprise area. This position is scheduled to be around 5 hours per week to begin.
Position Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership in social emotional programming and curricula developed with responsiveness to student needs.
- Facilitate students' development of social-emotional skills and strategies.
- Assist teachers in developing and implementing strategies that promote social emotional health in the classroom.
- Provide direct support to students and advocate for their social emotional needs.
- Identify and communicate to division heads and assistant division heads any at-risk students or concerns.
- Consult with other counselors regarding the needs of the school, students, and families.
- Help facilitate and ensure effective communication and coordination between all parts of the school community for students with psychological, psychiatric, and/or mental health needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Master's degree in school counseling, social work, psychology, counseling, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of age-appropriate teaching or counseling experience
- Demonstrated expertise developing and leading programmatic initiatives
- Experience working with students from diverse ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
- Fingerprint Clearance Card? (Required)
- LCSW or Counseling License (Required)
Work Location: In person
ESSA is currently seeking an experienced social worker or counselor to fill positions at all levels at the K-12 public/charter schools we work with in the Surprise area. This position is scheduled to be around 5 hours per week to begin.
Position Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership in social emotional programming and curricula developed with responsiveness to student needs.
- Facilitate students' development of social-emotional skills and strategies.
- Assist teachers in developing and implementing strategies that promote social emotional health in the classroom.
- Provide direct support to students and advocate for their social emotional needs.
- Identify and communicate to division heads and assistant division heads any at-risk students or concerns.
- Consult with other counselors regarding the needs of the school, students, and families.
- Help facilitate and ensure effective communication and coordination between all parts of the school community for students with psychological, psychiatric, and/or mental health needs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
- Master's degree in school counseling, social work, psychology, counseling, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of age-appropriate teaching or counseling experience
- Demonstrated expertise developing and leading programmatic initiatives
- Experience working with students from diverse ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
License/Certification:
- Fingerprint Clearance Card? (Required)
- LCSW or Counseling License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in counselor jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona licensure such as LAC, LPC, LCSW, or LMFT from the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience providing individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, motivational interviewing, or trauma-informed care
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation in an electronic health record system
- Valid fingerprint clearance card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety
Counselor Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a counselor in Arizona?
Becoming a licensed counselor in Arizona requires earning a master's degree in counseling or a related field, then applying through the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners, which oversees licensure for counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists. Most applicants pursue the Licensed Associate Counselor credential first, complete supervised clinical hours, and then sit for the National Counselor Examination before advancing to full Licensed Professional Counselor status.
Which companies hire counselors in Arizona?
Employers hiring counselors in Arizona right now include Grand Canyon Education, Community Medical Services, and Community Bridges, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large behavioral health infrastructure, anchored by Maricopa County's robust community mental health system and major hospital networks, keeps demand for counselors consistent across the state throughout the year.
Which Arizona cities have the most counselor jobs?
Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale account for the largest share of counselor openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its concentration of hospital systems, community behavioral health agencies, and school districts, while Tucson's University of Arizona Medical Center and county-funded mental health programs generate steady hiring, and suburban areas like Scottsdale and Mesa reflect the overflow of demand from the broader metro.
Are there remote counselor jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they are more selective than in purely desk-based fields, since many counselor roles require in-person sessions or on-site collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. About 57% of counselor openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Telehealth counseling positions, particularly in substance use and outpatient mental health, represent the most common pathway to fully remote work for Arizona counselors.
How can I get hired as a counselor in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a Licensed Associate Counselor position, which allows you to practice under supervision while accumulating the clinical hours required for full licensure in Arizona. Large Arizona employers like Valleywise Health and Community Bridges run associate and intern-level programs that welcome new graduates, and roles such as case manager, behavioral health technician, or crisis line specialist are common lateral entry points that build the clinical background Arizona employers look for in counselor candidates.
Where can I find and apply to counselor jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to counselor jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Arizona employers across behavioral health, school-based, and clinical settings. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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