Per Diem Therapist

guidelighthealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Guidelight Health is seeking a Clinical Therapist for per diem coverage at the Sisters Clinic in Colorado. This role requires a Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field and independent licensure in Colorado.

Experience with PHP/IOP and group facilitation is preferred. The therapist will provide individual, group, and family therapy and participate in supervision hours to support licensure progress.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field.
• Valid independent state licensure in the applicable state (Colorado preferred).
• Willingness to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians when eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological and biopsychosocial assessments to determine needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy as needed.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to support case formulation.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and medical doctors for continuity of care.
• Complete suicide risk assessments within identified time frames.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case reviews.
• Identify community resources for treatment and aftercare planning.
• Adhere to standardized group curricula and treatment planning.
• Educate clients and families about mental health while building trust.
• Prepare for weekly clinical supervision with client updates and questions.

Skills

Group facilitation

Assessment & evaluation

Education

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related

Job description

Guidelight Health is a cutting-edge behavioral healthcare company dedicated to transforming lives through high-quality PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) services. As a newly launched organization, we are on a mission to redefine the behavioral health industry by delivering exceptional care, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities, and prioritizing the well-being of those we serve. At Guidelight Health, we are building a team of passionate, forward-thinking professionals who are eager to be part of this exciting journey to reshape mental health care. Join us in making a lasting impact!

Title: Clinical Therapist, Per Diem

Reports to: Executive Director

Department/Location: Onsite Sisters Clinic

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt

PRN Expectations

PRN Therapists are expected to work a minimum of 8 hours per month . Primary responsibilities will include providing coverage for group therapy ; however, there may be occasions when individual (1:1) session support is needed based on client needs and clinical presentation.

*Accepting applications from Associate and Independently Licensed Therapists. Independent licensure in the state of Colorado is highly preferred (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT). Please note that we are unable to provide clinical supervision for Associate Licensed Therapists in this per diem position. Will work with both the adult and adolescent population.

Role Summary

The Therapist will be responsible for providing high-quality care and therapeutic services to individuals dealing with various behavioral issues. The therapist will develop and implement treatment plans, conduct assessments, and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver effective behavioral health interventions. Guidelight is committed to the professional growth and development of therapists and provides free clinical supervision hours to support clinicians in working toward licensure.

Role Responsibilities/Competencies

• Conduct psychological and biopsychosocial assessments and evaluations to determine clients' needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including individual, group, and family therapy.
• Monitor and document clients' progress and adjust treatment plans to create a cohesive case conceptualization.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and medical doctors, to provide comprehensive and continuity of care.
• Completes suicide risk assessment within identified time frames and with appropriate thoroughness and scoring while consulting with clinical leaders.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews determining length of stay and level of care.
• Assess and identify community resources based on clients needs during treatment/ aftercare planning.
• Adhere to all standardized Group Curriculum and Treatment Planning.
• Educate clients and their families about mental health and behavioral issues while building supportive and trusting relationships
• Comes prepared to weekly clinical supervision with relevant client updates, case formulations, and questions to support high-quality care.
• Adhere to all confidentiality and ethical guidelines as outlined by professional standards and laws.
• Stay updated on the latest research and developments in behavioral therapy and mental health.
• Identify with Guidelight Health's Mission, Vision and Values

Required Qualifications

• A master's degree in psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Valid Independent state licensure in the state applicable (Add appropriate acronyms)
• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, must be willing to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians as part of Guidelight's supervision program. This includes actively supporting the development of associate licensed professionals in accordance with organizational standards and state-specific supervisory requirements.
• Experience in behavioral therapy and counseling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant PHP/IOP experience
• Group Facilitation experience

*Please do not contact our public clinical admissions line regarding this or any other job posting. For recruiting-related inquiries, please contact the Talent team at [e-mail]

Guidelight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are passionate about fostering an environment where everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or background, feels valued and included.

We want to be a place where every employee has a voice and feels truly welcome, appreciated, free to be themselves, and empowered and enabled to do their best work. Our differences make us unique, and we actively support these differences and work to create communities of respect throughout our company. www.guidelighthealth.com

Pay Range

$38.70 - $51.42 USD