Behavioral Health Clinician I

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Domestic partner coverage

Job summary

The Behavioral Health Clinician at Colorado Coalition for the Homeless provides comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment to individuals in supportive housing or residential settings. This role involves assessments, treatment plans, delivering individual and group therapy, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote stability and recovery.

qualifications include a Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology, plus current provisional licensure

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant mental health field required.
• Current provisional licensure as LCSW, LMFT or LPC required.
• LAC certification preferred.
• Experience delivering trauma-informed care with homeless or housing-insecure clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based individual and group therapy to clients.
• Oversee pre-licensed clinicians and coordinate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and timely progress notes.
• Assist clients in accessing housing, employment, and education resources.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Assessment & diagnosis

Treatment planning

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Documentation in EHR

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural sensitivity

HIPAA/compliance

Caseload management

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Current provisional licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LPC)

Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) preferred

Tools

EHR

Job description

This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days

Coalition Mission

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for families, children, and individuals who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.

Our Philosophy of Service

We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and healthcare are available to everyone.

We Create Lasting Solutions To Homelessness By

• Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities, and fostering their hope that a better life is possible;
• Building strong, caring, and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care, and supportive services;
• Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion, and diversity and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve;
• Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation, and professional development;
• Using resources judiciously and effectively.

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Clinician provides comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services to individuals in supportive housing or residential settings. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering individual and group therapy, and offering clinical interventions to promote stability, recovery, and independent living. The clinician collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to address the complex needs of individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges, trauma, and housing instability, utilizing evidence-based practices to support overall well-being and prevent a return to homelessness.

Duties/Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify behavioral health needs, including mental health and substance use issues.
• Use evidence-based tools for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Oversee the work of pre-licensed behavioral health clinicians.
• Deliver evidence-based individual and group therapy tailored to client needs, focusing on mental health and substance use recovery.
• Create, monitor, and update individualized treatment plans with client-centered goals and measurable outcomes.
• Provide support and intervention during crises, stabilizing clients and connecting them with additional resources as needed.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate and timely client records, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
• Help clients access community resources (housing, employment, education) that support their wellness and recovery goals.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay updated on best practices in behavioral health through professional development sessions.
• Ensure timely & accurate recording of all clinical/non-clinical services, communications, and tasks in the EHR and other systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date charts and any future upgrades as directed.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Education, Licensure and Certifications

• Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field required.
• Current provisional licensure as an LCSW, LMFT or LPC.
• Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) certification is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience working in health care or human services field.
• Experience working with individuals who have experienced homelessness, trauma, and/or chronic health conditions.

Job Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to deliver services using principles of trauma informed care
• Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning using evidence-based practices.
• Proficiency in providing individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and de-escalation support.
• Strong ability to convey complex information clearly and empathetically to clients, colleagues, and external partners.
• Competency in maintaining accurate, timely documentation in EHR in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Capacity to build rapport with clients and establish effective working relationships with interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse populations, with the ability to integrate cultural and socio-economic factors into treatment approaches.
• Commitment to ethical standards, professional boundaries, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance, including HIPAA.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage caseloads within established timelines.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands and work environment are representative of those that must be met or encountered to successfully perform the essential functions of the job with or reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, CCH provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Company.

Physical Demands

Percentage of work time spent on activity →

• 0% - 24%
• 25% to 49%
• 50% to 74%
• 75% to 100%

SEEING

Must be able to read computer screens and printed documents.

HEARING

Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with employees and others.

STANDING/WALKING

X

CLIMBING/STOOPING/KNEELING

X

LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING

X

Working Conditions

The Behavioral Health Clinician primarily role involves regular exposure to potentially high-stress situations, as clients may be experiencing mental health crises or trauma. They could be asked to provide services in a wide variety of environments which could include encountering unpleasant odors or challenging environments, especially when visiting certain client residences. Work hours are generally standard but may require flexibility to accommodate client needs.

Coalition Benefits

We offer a full suite of benefits for our eligible employees and their dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage.

• Health Insurance - HMO or PPO
• Dental plans, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) retirement savings matching,
• Extensive paid time-off, including holidays, sick leave, and vacation

The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. CCH is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.