Behavioral Health Counselor - FT

Haxtun Hospital District; Haxtun (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

PTO

Sick Leave

Retirement Plan

Employee Health Match

FAMLI program

Life Insurance

EAP

MASA Medical Transport

Job summary

Haxtun Health in Haxtun, CO is seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor to provide comprehensive behavioral health services in a rural healthcare setting. You will perform assessment, counseling, treatment planning, and care coordination within licensure scope, collaborating with an integrated care team to support patients’ mental and emotional well-being.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, crisis support, and connection to medical and community resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related field.
• Current, active Colorado licensure required (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office software
• Strong assessment, treatment planning and counseling skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize effectively
• Compassion and respect for diverse populations
• Flexibility to adapt to changing patient and organizational needs

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive behavioral health services including assessment, counseling, and treatment planning.
• Coordinate care with an integrated healthcare team to support patient well-being.
• Offer crisis support and connect patients with medical, behavioral health, and community resources.
• Document care plans and progress in the patient record.
• Collaborate with providers to deliver patient-centered care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Treatment planning

Counseling skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Caseload management

Empathy & respect

EHR proficiency

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, MFT, Psychology

Colorado licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT or equivalent)

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Office software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Haxtun Clinic - Haxtun, CO 80731

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $73,112.00 - $95,045.60

Hourly Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Behavioral Health Counselor

Join Haxtun Health and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients in our rural community. As a Behavioral Health Counselor, you’ll provide compassionate, patient-centered care while working alongside an integrated healthcare team to support the mental, emotional, and overall well‑being of those we serve.

Starting Pay Range: $73,112/yr – $95,045.60/yr, depending on experience

Position Status: Full-time, exempt

Shift: Day

Application Deadline: December 10, 2026. Applications will close sooner if a qualified candidate is identified.

Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Counselor provides comprehensive behavioral health services to patients within a rural healthcare setting, including assessment, counseling, treatment planning, and care coordination within the scope of licensure. This position works collaboratively with providers and interdisciplinary care team members to deliver integrated, patient‑centered care, support patients experiencing behavioral health needs or crises, and connect patients with appropriate medical, behavioral health, and community resources.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related field
• Current, active Colorado licensure required (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent)
• Strong assessment, treatment planning, and counseling skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and prioritize effectively
• Compassion, empathy, and respect for diverse populations
• Flexibility to adapt to changing patient and organizational needs
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office software

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing behavioral health services in a clinical or community setting
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Experience in a rural or integrated care setting

Benefits at Haxtun Health

• Health Insurance: Haxtun Health covers 100% of employee only premiums for all health insurance plans. We also contribute a portion of the premiums for additional plan selections, including spouse, children, or family plans as applicable.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: (optional) Haxtun Health pays 50% of the premiums, including spouse, children, or family, as applicable.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrued at approximately 17 days for the first year of employment for hourly employees and 22 days for the first year of employment for salaried employees. PTO accrual increases as your length of service increases. This includes holidays.
• Sick Leave: Up to 48 hours per year.
• Retirement Plan: Up to a 3% employer match, which increases with your length of service. New employees are automatically enrolled at a 1% contribution rate (can be opted out). Employees must complete 5 years of employment to be 100% vested.
• Employee Health Payment Match: Haxtun Health matches employee payments up to $1,000 per year per family for services received at Haxtun Health’s hospital or clinics.
• Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI): Haxtun Health participates in the CO FAMLI program, which is a social insurance program that provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events.
• Term Life Insurance: 1 x annual salary term life provided by HHD, no employee premium ($200,000 Max.). Additional voluntary life insurance coverage for the employee and family is an option which can be purchased by the employee.
• Other Benefits Include: Employee Assistance Program, Employee Purchasing Program, MASA Medical Transport Services (Air & Ambulance Supplemental), College Invest (529 College Savings Plan), accidental death & dismemberment, long‑term disability, and supplemental plans (accident, critical illness, hospitalization).

Join our team and help us continue to provide compassionate and high‑quality care to our community!

About Haxtun Health

Located on the beautiful plains of northeast Colorado, Haxtun Health is a 25‑bed Critical Access Hospital and Primary Care Clinics, including long‑term care, rehabilitation, and specialty care. Our mission is to promote optimum wellness through compassionate and high‑quality care. Employing nearly 150 people, Haxtun Health is one of the largest employers in the community. We recently opened our new 100,000 square foot facility that houses our Family Practice Clinic, Wellness and Rehabilitation, and Retail Pharmacy. Haxtun Health proudly serves Haxtun, CO, and surrounding communities. Learn more about Haxtun – a small town with a big heart – by visiting https://welcometohaxtun.com/about/.