Crisis Stabilization Clinician - Summit County

Paragon; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Paragon Behavioral Health Connections in Colorado is seeking licensed therapists and social workers, or those pursuing licensure, to join our crisis stabilization team. You will provide urgent behavioral health interventions for individuals in mental health holds and support transitions back into the community.

This in-person role requires working two 24-hour shifts per week in Summit County, with standby hours and travel to clients' homes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Colorado licensure or eligibility for licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, licensed clinical psychologist, or equivalent).
• Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and families, trauma, group facilitation, and crisis stabilization supports.
• Knowledge and experience in mental health and substance use assessments and consultation.
• Ability to provide interventions within diverse home and community settings.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, 42 CFR, protected health information, and confidentiality.
• Commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and goals.
• Ability to speak a second language (Spanish, ASL or other), highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Assess urgent behavioral health needs, safety issues, and risk factors for clients and families.
• Develop well-integrated clinical formulations and safety plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide crisis stabilization interventions, mental health holds, substance use interventions, and other evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency responders, hospitals, and community organizations to address safety and crisis response needs.
• Utilize Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions for suicide prevention, and other evidence-based modalities.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation for clinical accountability, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement.
• Participate in Crisis Prevention and Intervention training and respond to behavioral health emergencies as needed.
• Engage in reflective clinical supervision and other professional development activities.

Skills

Crisis stabilization

Evidence-based interventions

Cultural sensitivity

Strong communication skills

Bilingual Spanish/ASL

Education

Master's degree in Counseling or Social Work

Colorado licensure or eligibility (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, licensed clinical psychologist, or equivalent)

Driver's license and automobile insurance

Job description

About Paragon Behavioral Health Connections

Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is a comprehensive behavioral health organization on a mission to positively impact individuals and families through compassionate, and client-centered care. Our mission is to deliver personalized care that uplifts our clients and builds supportive connections in communities. Through community based or in-home services, and digital solutions as needed, we meet clients where they are - both physically and emotionally to provide the right support at the right time. Serving communities across Colorado, we deliver equitable and creative "one-stop" behavioral health services - providing in-home mental health and substance use treatment, crisis stabilization, early childhood support, intensive outpatient programs, assertive community treatment, medication management, wrap around support and more. We believe care should meet people where they are, both physically and emotionally. Our approach is rooted in understanding, respect, innovation, and community collaboration.

Our vision is to

empower individuals and families with complex needs, helping them overcome challenges, build essential skills, and access the resources necessary to achieve long-term well-being. We offer a wide range of services, including step-down care from inpatient hospitalization for youth and adults, comprehensive support for children and families, and specialized treatment for adults facing depression, trauma, substance use, and other mental health needs.

Our programming includes

intensive care management supports for families and adults, Crisis Stabilization programming, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) for individuals diagnosed with serious mental illness, Child First for young children and caregivers, integrated co-occurring Intensive Outpatient treatment, individual and family therapy, medication management (including MAT), peer support, supported employment/housing, and holistic recovery services for mental health and substance use disorders.

Why Work With Paragon

• Statewide Reach - Deliver care where it's needed most. We're not region-limited - serve communities across Colorado, including rural and frontier areas with limited access to care.
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance - Own your schedule. Partner with families to set visit times that work for them (and you), so you can enjoy Colorado’s trails, slopes, and sunshine during off-peak hours.
• Clinical Leadership & Support - Clinicians lead here. Our executive team includes licensed providers who shape business decisions with a care-first lens. We provide licensure supervision and regular consultation to support your growth as a clinician.
• Comprehensive, Company-Paid Benefits - We cover health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance—company-paid—so there are no premium deductions from your paycheck. Keep your full salary and your peace of mind.
• Career Growth Opportunities - Grow with us. Explore new modalities and specializations and advance into leadership as we expand statewide.

Job Description

Crisis Stabilization Clinician

Position Overview

We are currently seeking licensed therapists and social workers, as well as those pursuing licensure in Colorado, to join our multidisciplinary crisis stabilization team. As a Crisis Stabilization Clinician at Paragon BHC, you will be responsible for providing urgent behavioral health interventions to individuals under mental health holds and those requiring support as they transition back into the community. This team will also facilitate crisis stabilization programming using an evidenced based model. This team will transition clients to ongoing services that are conducted by our in-home clinical teams as appropriate. In this position you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and will serve as a team leader. This position will report to a licensed clinical supervisor of the acute crisis stabilization team. This position requires in-person presence, but residing in nearby towns is acceptable.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess urgent behavioral health needs, safety issues, and risk factors for clients and families.
• Develop well-integrated clinical formulations and safety plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide crisis stabilization interventions, mental health holds, substance use interventions, and other evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency responders, hospitals, and community organizations to address safety and crisis response needs.
• Utilize Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy interventions for suicide prevention, and other evidence-based modalities.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation for clinical accountability, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and reimbursement.
• Participate in Crisis Prevention and Intervention training and respond to behavioral health emergencies as needed.
• Engage in reflective clinical supervision and other professional development activities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Colorado licensure or eligibility for licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, licensed clinical psychologist, or equivalent).
• Experience working with culturally diverse individuals and families, trauma, group facilitation, and crisis stabilization supports.
• Knowledge and experience in mental health and substance use assessments and consultation.
• Ability to provide interventions within diverse home and community settings.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, 42 CFR, protected health information, and confidentiality.
• Commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and goals.
• Ability to speak a second language (Spanish, ASL or other), highly valued.

Education

• Has a confirmed master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field while working towards clinical licensure. Supervision is provided. Master’s or Doctoral level mental health provider (e.g., LCSW, LMFT, LPC, licensed clinical psychologist, other) is preferred.
• Licensed or licensed-eligible (must be able to obtain a preliminary license within six months of employment)
• All licenses must stay up-to-date and valid during employment.
• A valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance are required.

Schedule

• Two 24 hour shifts per week.
• Active working hours: 9am-9pm
• During this time, team members are expected to actively perform their assigned duties
• Standby hours: 9pm-9am
• During standby hours, team members should be available to respond to crisis calls as required
• NOTE: This position serves Summit County. If the Clinician does not reside in Summit county, Paragon provides a place to stay for the duration of the shift (48 hours).

Benefits

• Competitive salary:
• $60,000 - $75,000 per year for provisionally licensed staff (LPCC, CSW. LSW, LMFTC)
• $75,000-$85,000 per year for fully licensed staff (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, the company extends health coverage to the employees' families, ensuring that not only the employees but also their families receive complete health coverage.
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance
• Flexible schedule and paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Paragon is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply, including those with criminal records. Traveling to clients' homes and communities is a requirement of this role; please indicate your comfort level by providing in-home services in your application.