IOP Mental Health Provider, 20 hrs/ week

Aspen Hope Center; Basalt (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Aspen Hope Center is seeking a licensed or license-eligible IOP Mental Health Provider to deliver evidence-based care for adolescents in a half-time, 20-hour/week program in Basalt, CO. You will lead structured groups, provide individual plans, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team for integrated care.

The role emphasizes clinical documentation, family engagement, and adherence to ethical standards, with opportunities to contribute at events and committees as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work and active or licensure-eligible in Colorado.
• Registered or eligible to register with DORA (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PhD, PsyD).
• Willingness to credential through payers as licensure allows.
• Bilingual ability is a plus.
• 1–2 years of counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate structured adolescent group therapy sessions focused on healing and skill-building.
• Lead art-based, mindfulness, and movement activities to promote expression and resilience.
• Complete IOP admissions paperwork and assess eligibility for participants.
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans based on progress.
• Collaborate with psychiatric provider and multi-disciplinary team for integrated care.
• Complete discharge paperwork and plan next steps after discharge.
• Facilitate family support and education sessions as needed.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation per policies and regulations.
• Adhere to ethics, confidentiality, and mandated reporting requirements.
• Attend IOP team meetings and supervision; participate in committee work as needed.
• Represent Aspen Hope Center at events and complete additional tasks as requested.

Skills

Adolescent therapy

Group facilitation

EHR documentation

De-escalation techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Masters degree in counseling/psychology/social work

State licensure or licensure eligible (DORA)

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Title: IOP Mental Health Provider, Licensed

FLSA status: Part-time/ Non-exempt

Salary Range: $37500-45354* annually, 0.5 FTE

Location: Basalt, CO

Reports to: Therapy Services Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate licensed or license-eligible IOP Mental Health Provider to deliver evidence-based care through the Beacon of Hope Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This 8-week, in-person program serves adolescents ages 12–17 living between Aspen and Parachute. The program provides comprehensive, structured, and individualized treatment for youth experiencing emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges, while allowing them to remain connected to their families, schools, and local communities. This position is a 0.5FTE for 20 hours/ week.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitate structured adolescent group therapy sessions focused on healing, peer support, and skill development, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment.
• Lead experiential and creative therapy activities—including art-based interventions, mindfulness practices, and movement-based groups to promote emotional expression, self-awareness, stress reduction, and resilience.
• Complete IOP comprehensive admissions paperwork and assess program eligibility to determine appropriate fit for participants.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each participant’s strengths, challenges, and clinical needs; regularly update plans based on progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with psychiatric provider and multi-disciplinary team to support integrated care, including medication management, clinical oversight, and coordinated treatment planning.
• Complete IOP discharge paperwork, ensuring a comprehensive review of services and thorough planning for next steps following discharge.
• As needed, facilitate family support and education sessions to engage caregivers in the treatment process, strengthen communication, and reinforce supportive home environments.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies, state regulations, and insurance requirements.
• Adhere to ethical standards, confidentiality requirements, and mandated reporting guidelines, including coordination with external agencies when necessary.
• Acknowledge and adhere to all Aspen Hope Center policies and procedures.
• Attend all IOP team meetings and Therapy Team workshops, and participate in scheduled supervision with designated supervisor
• Represent AHC at one internal and/or external events during the year
• Serves on an AHC committee, encouraged
• Completes additional tasks as requested by the IOP Supervisor and Therapy Services Director

Work Environment:

There may be extended periods of standing, walking, and sitting with a combination of daytime and evening hours required. Work may involve exposure to high-stress and emotionally charged situations, to include interactions with high acuity individuals who may present as agitated, unpredictable, or combative. The clinician must demonstrate the ability to maintain therapeutic composure, apply de-escalation techniques, and uphold safety for self and others in all environments. Emotional resilience, strong clinical judgment, and the capacity to function effectively under pressure are essential to success in this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of evidence-based treatment modalities for diverse mental health conditions
• Experience working with diverse populations and culturally competent care
• Ability to complete clinical documentation in an electronic health records (EHR)
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based setting
• Skilled in basic computer operations including the use of the Internet, Microsoft Office, Google Suite and general data management.
• Uphold personal boundaries with clients, practitioners and other agencies
• Ability to maintain composure, professionalism, and structure in any given situation
• Ability to uphold confidentiality at all times and adhere to the minimum necessary rule

Credentials and Experience:

• Masters degree in counseling, psychology, or social work
• Active state licensure or license eligibilty, registered with DORA (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PhD, PsyD)
• Willingness to be credentialed through various third-party payers, commensurate with licensure
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus
• 1-2 years experience in counseling related role

* Pay is commensurate with experience and licensure.

This job description is not an employment contract, nor is it intended to show every detail of the duties and requirements of the job.The job description is intended to provide a listing of primary responsibilities and tasks.The job description may be augmented by performance expectations and additional duties, which may be assigned either in writing or verbally at any time by management.

It is the established policy of Aspen Hope Center to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons and to administer all aspects and conditions of employment without regard to age, 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.. Aspen Hope Center takes allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation very seriously and will promptly conduct an investigation when warranted. Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, employment, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination.