Licensed Child Therapist
Southwest Human DevelopmentPhoenix, Arizona, United States
Posted January 8, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Southwest Human Development, founded in 1981, is Arizona’s largest nonprofit dedicated to early childhood development, serving 140,000 children, families, and professionals each year. Its comprehensive portfolio of more than 40 programs spans child development, mental health, Easterseals disability services, early literacy, Head Start, family support, child welfare, and professional education and training, all targeting children from birth to age five and their families. By integrating health, education, and social services, the organization creates a holistic support system that addresses the foundational experiences shaping long‑term development. Southwest Human Development’s scale, breadth of services, and commitment to evidence‑based practice set it apart as a leading force in the early childhood and family services sector.
Job Description
We are seeking skilled Licensed Child Therapists to become a part of Southwest Human Development's (SWHD) Birth to Five Center of Excellence team, providing services such as child and family counseling, parent-child groups, care coordination, and assessments.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy or related field
- Licensed by Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
- Experience working with children ages birth to five and their families
- Familiarity with special education procedures and the special needs of young children with disabilities and their families
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications
- Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license in good standing and proof of current auto insurance
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Health insurance
- Other benefits (not specified)