Licensed Therapist - Commerce City (62938)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance: Kaiser

Dental, vision, and FSA

403(b) retirement plan with 100% vest

Vacation and Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Short/Long term disability

Job summary

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is launching Platte Crossing Counseling Center in Commerce City, CO, and seeks a Licensed Therapist or Licensed Psychologist to join as a foundational member of our outpatient clinic.

You will provide intake and assessment services, individual, family, couples, and group therapy, plus recovery-focused supports for diverse clients, with services offered in person and via telehealth based on client needs. This role starts on-site full time.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in human services for Licensed Therapist or Doctorate in psychology for Licensed Psychologist.
• At least two years of clinical experience providing care including individual, family and/or group therapy.
• Colorado licensure or license transfer with intent to obtain Colorado licensure within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of theories and evidence-based practices in clinical treatment.
• Ability to learn and utilize an electronic health record proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake and assessment services, individual, family, couples and group therapy.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans and update as required.
• Coordinate care with internal and external professionals to ensure access to needed services.
• Provide crisis intervention and comprehensive clinical services to improve quality of life.
• Maintain up-to-date billing information and obtain necessary insurance authorizations.

Skills

LCSW/LPC/LMFT/PhD licensure

Clinical therapy

Spanish language (optional)

DSM-V knowledge

EHR proficiency

Education

Master's degree in human services

Doctorate in psychology

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Platte CC: 7190 Colorado Blvd, Ste 300, Commerce City, 80022 - Commerce City, CO 80022 Position Type: 1 FTE (40hrs/wk, benefited) Education Level: Master's Degree Salary Range: $66,512.16 - $118,627.08 Salary/year Job Shift: Fully In-Person/On-Site

Join Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) and help build something meaningful from the ground up.

We are seeking a Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) or Licensed Psychologist to join our newly established Platte Crossing Counseling Center in Commerce City, CO. This is a unique opportunity to become a foundational member of a growing outpatient clinic dedicated to expanding access to high-quality behavioral health services for Adams County residents. As part of a collaborative team of therapists, medical providers, and support staff, you will provide intake and assessment services, individual, family, couples, and group therapy, as well as recovery-focused supports for clients across the lifespan. Services are provided both in person and via telehealth based on client needs.

The ideal candidate is passionate about community mental health, enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults, and is excited by the opportunity to help shape a new clinic's culture, processes, and growth. Experience providing therapy across age groups and/or supporting individuals with substance use concerns is highly valued, and bilingual Spanish-speaking clinicians are strongly encouraged to apply. If you are flexible, relationship-driven, and motivated to make a lasting impact while helping establish a strong foundation for a growing counseling center, we invite you to bring your expertise and passion to AMHR.

Schedule

This position will work Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. The position will start on-site full time. As the position accumulates clients, they will be able to move to a telehealth day when enough clients request telehealth services.

Salary for this role

Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Fewer than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on experience, licensure and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.

• Licensed Therapist: $66,512.16 - $91,016.64 per year.
• Licensed Psychologist: $99,493.68 - $118,627.08 per year.

Bilingual Language Differential Pay

Employees who successfully pass a language assessment are eligible to receive bilingual differential pay. This differential is provided as a fixed amount of $3,000 per calendar year, paid on a bi‑weekly basis across 26 pay periods, and prorated based on hire date and full‑time equivalency (FTE). Eligibility and payment are subject to the language requirements of the position and the employee’s demonstrated proficiency in the language.

Essential Functions

• Facilitate recovery and optimal quality of life in clients with behavioral health concerns, by providing clinical services, case management and education. With the client, create and carry out a consistent plan of treatment, from intake and assessment to closure.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments, individual, family and/or group therapy with assigned clients.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans; update at required intervals.
• Consult with internal and external professionals and collaterals to ensure access to needed services and proactive coordination of care.
• Provide clinical case-management services as needed. Provide crisis intervention as appropriate.
• Provide comprehensive clinical services designed to decrease symptoms and improve quality of life.
• Assist clients to evaluate strengths and symptoms, and set their own goals.
• Guide and instruct clients in coping skills.
• Offer consultation to community partners and providers.
• Ensure that billing information is up-to-date for assigned clients. Seek insurance authorization for services as required.
• Write reports and other correspondence, as necessary, and with appropriate releases.
• Complete all requests to provide the necessary information and undertake the required activities to ensure timely and ongoing credentialing with third party payers.
• Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.

QualificationsRequirements

• Master's degree in human services field for a Licensed Therapist or a Doctorate in psychology for a Licensed Psychologist.
• At least two years of clinical experience providing care, including conducting individual, family and/or group therapy.
• Professional licensure: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Licensed Psychologist (PhD, PSYD) – or equivalent licensure in another state with the intent to transfer.
• Colorado Licensure Requirement: If you currently hold an out-of-state license, it is a condition of employment that you obtain the appropriate Colorado licensure through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) within 30 days of your hire date.
• Knowledge of theories and evidence-based practices related to clinical treatment.
• Ability to learn and utilize an electronic health record with proficiency.
• Solid comprehension of mental illness and treatment modalities within multidisciplinary approach.
• Knowledge of DSM-V.
• Ability to comprehend and effectively respond to all client presentations and crisis situations.
• Ability to document interactions with clients, other agencies and mental health professionals.

Required Vaccination and TB Test

At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and a negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.

Benefits

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, and 1 floating holiday (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• The company observes 10 designated holidays each year. Exception: Employees working in 24/7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked plus holiday pay.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

*Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Additional Perks

• Loan Forgiveness.
• Continued learning benefit, AMHR meets the definition of Deem Status provided by DORA for LPC, LCSW, and LMFT licenses.
• Access to an online database of clinical trainings to help you meet the continuing education licensure requirements, reimbursement to attend conferences based on your specialty interests, and regular in-person trainings on a variety of clinical topics.
• Because focusing on clients is what matters most, billing and administrative work is taken care of by your supportive team, so you don't have to worry about your own billing!

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of 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, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.