ACT Therapist — Community-Based Mental Health

Community Reach Center; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401K with matching

Wellness program

Health insurance

Training opportunities

Shift differential

Bilingual stipend

Employee assistance program

Cross-licensure sponsorship

Work-life balance

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Community Reach Center in Thornton, CO seeks a Therapist for its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. The role delivers direct and group therapy to consumers and families in a compassionate setting, emphasizing evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care.

The Therapist will develop tailored treatment plans, conduct crisis interventions, document progress, and collaborate with case managers, employment specialists, and medical professionals to promote recovery and safety.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience in community mental health, ACT, or similar high-intensity setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, co-occurring disorders, and crisis intervention.
• Ability to work in a community-based setting, including outreach and home visits.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to register with DORA.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities.
• Develop and manage treatment and discharge plans.
• Conduct therapeutic crisis interventions as needed.
• Document clinical interventions, progress notes, and case activity promptly.
• Use measurement-based care to track treatment outcomes.
• Empower clients to achieve recovery goals with strength-based approaches.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate group therapy sessions.
• Participate in daily ACT team meetings to coordinate care.
• Attend clinical supervision, team meetings, and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Outreach & home visits

Empathy & rapport

Education

Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology

Job description

Community Reach Center in Thornton, CO seeks a Therapist for its Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. The role delivers direct and group therapy to consumers and families in a compassionate setting, emphasizing evidence-based practices and trauma-informed care.

The Therapist will develop tailored treatment plans, conduct crisis interventions, document progress, and collaborate with case managers, employment specialists, and medical professionals to promote recovery and safety.