Therapist - Adults Southeast Counseling Center (63918)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery; Aurora (CO); Hybride; USD 67 000 - 93 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid vacation & sick leave

EAP

Résumé du poste

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) seeks a Therapist to join the Southeast Counseling Center Adult Team, delivering individual outpatient therapy to adults in a hybrid in-office and telehealth setting. The role emphasizes culturally responsive care for English- and Spanish-speaking clients and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualified candidates include master's-level clinicians with a Candidate Permit or fully licensed therapists; licensure progress is supported with

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling, psychology, or social work.
• Must obtain a mental health Candidate Permit within 30 days of hire and pursue licensure.
• Two years of clinical experience for licensed professionals; entry-level for unlicensed.

Responsabilités

• Provide individual outpatient therapy to adults (18+) in in-person and telehealth settings.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans; update at required intervals.
• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team and case manager for holistic care.
• Assist with crisis intervention and referrals as needed.
• Document encounters and maintain timely credentialing with payers.

Connaissances

Bilingual English/Spanish

Individual therapy

Cultural responsiveness

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Formation

Master's/Doctoral degree in counseling/psychology/social work

Candidate Permit (SWC/LSW, LPCC, MFT-C)

Colorado licensure plan

Outils

Electronic Health Record

Telehealth platforms

Description du poste

Join a team that truly lives its values by putting clients and community first. Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a Therapist to join our Southeast Counseling Center Adult Team, where you will make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults receiving outpatient mental health services. We welcome Master's-level clinicians with a Candidate Permit (SWC/LSW, LPCC, or MFT-C), fully licensed therapists (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), and unlicensed or licensed psychologists who are passionate about community mental health. In this role, you will provide individual outpatient therapy to adults ages 18+ in both in-person and telehealth settings, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of experienced clinicians and a dedicated case manager who helps address clients' broader support needs. The ideal candidate is fluent in English and Spanish, committed to expanding access to culturally responsive care, and driven by the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the community. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work directly supports the well-being and recovery of others, we'd love to have you on our team.

Schedule

We offer flexible work arrangements with the option of a traditional 5-day, 8-hour schedule (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or a 4-day, 10-hour workweek. This position follows a hybrid schedule, combining in-office and remote work. Team members are expected to work in the office two days per week and remotely three days per week, with schedules adjusted as needed to meet client and community needs. Thursdays are required in-office days to support team meetings and collaboration. Due to space limitations at the Hampden building, remote work is required on Tuesdays and Fridays, making the second in-office day either Monday or Wednesday.

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 years of experience or licensure and company equity.

• Unlicensed Therapist: $60,673 - $65,527 per year.
• Licensed Therapist: $67,529 - $92,515 per year.
• Unlicensed Psychologist: $70,010 - $77,010 per year.
• Licensed Psychologist: $99,494 - $127,352 per year.

Bilingual Language Differential Pay

Employees who successfully pass a language assessment are eligible to receive 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 Duties

• Facilitate recovery and optimal quality of life in clients with behavioral health concerns by providing clinical services, case management, and education. In collaboration 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 in evaluating 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.
• Monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the client’s care team.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Unlicensed Therapist or Psychologist:
  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in professional counseling from a program that’s accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), or CSWE (Council on Social Work Education).
  • Must obtain a mental health Candidate Permit (e.g., LPCC, PSYC, MFTC, SWC/LSW) within 30 days of hire and actively pursue an independent clinical license (LPC, LP, LMFT, or LCSW). AMHR will provide quality supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost to the employee.
  • Preferred: At least one year of clinical experience providing care to the appropriate client population, including diagnosing, conducting intake assessments, and delivering individual, family, or group therapy.
• Licensed Therapist or 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 understanding of mental illness and treatment modalities within a multidisciplinary approach.
• Knowledge of DSM-V.
• Ability to understand 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 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-ratio 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

• Quality Supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost to the employee.
• 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, regular in-person trainings on a variety of clinical topics and DEI trainings.
• 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.