Job Title: Birth to Five Therapist

Reports To: Clinical Director and Director of Specialty Programs

Department: Behavioral Health Home

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Phoenix or Tempe

Position Summary:

The Birth to Five Therapist provides developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and relationship-based therapeutic services to children ages 0?5 and their families. Utilizing evidence-based practices, the therapist supports social-emotional development, addresses behavioral and mental health concerns, and strengthens the caregiver-child relationship. This position works closely with behavior coaches to support developmentally appropriate interventionism home. This position requires a deep understanding of early childhood development, attachment theory, and the impact of trauma on young children and families.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, dyadic, and family therapy to children birth through age five and their caregivers.

• Conduct comprehensive developmental and mental health assessments using age-appropriate tools.

• Develop and implement individualized service plans (ISPs) in collaboration with caregivers and interdisciplinary team members.

• Utilize trauma-informed and evidence-based models such as Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), PCIT, TF-CBT (for young children), or other approved interventions.

• Support caregiver engagement and enhance parenting capacity through psychoeducation and reflective practice.

• Collaborate with pediatricians, early intervention providers, case managers, schools, and other community partners to support coordinated care.

• Participate in Child and Family Team (CFT) meetings, Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings, or other system meetings as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency, state, and health plan standards.

• Participate in clinical supervision, peer consultation, and ongoing training in early childhood mental health best practices.

• Attend agency and community meetings related to early childhood systems and services.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, or related behavioral health field.

• Licensed or license-eligible in the state of Arizona (LAC, LMSW, LAMFT, LPC, LCSW, LMFT).

• At least one year of experience working with children ages 0?5 and their families.

• Knowledge of infant/early childhood development, attachment, trauma, and family systems.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for home or community-based visits, if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

• Experience or training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), DIR/Floortime, PCIT, or other early childhood modalities.

• Play based therapy

• Experience with AHCCCS documentation and service delivery standards.

• Familiarity with the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) or similar brain-based approaches.

• Experience in home-visiting or community-based therapy.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Office, clinic, home, or community-based settings depending on client and program needs.

• Requires sitting, standing, and driving for extended periods.

• Occasional evening hours to meet family needs.

Why Join Us:

We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to fostering resilience and healing in young children and their families. Join a supportive and collaborative team where innovation, empathy, and developmental care are the foundation of our services.