Therapist - First Episode Psychosis/Ascent (62833)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 58,489 - 118,627; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental, vision

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery seeks a Master’s-Level Unlicensed Therapist or Licensed Therapist to join the Ascent Program for adolescents and young adults experiencing first episodes of psychosis. You will manage a caseload, provide individual and family therapy, and work within a collaborative care model across clinic, home, and community settings.

The role supports a hybrid schedule (two days remote, three in-person) with a strong emphasis on early intervention, family involvement, and

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in professional counseling from APA/CACREP/CSWE-accredited program.
• Must obtain a mental health Candidate Permit within 30 days of hire and actively pursue licensure.
• At least one year of clinical experience with the target population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and/or group therapy.
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team across clinic, home, and community.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans and ensure timely credentialing with third-party payers.

Skills

Clinical experience

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Stith Center: 791 Chambers Road, Aurora, CO 80011 - Aurora, CO 80011
• Position Type: 1 FTE (40hrs/wk, benefited)
• Education Level: Master's Degree
• Salary Range: $58,489.60 - $118,627.08 Salary
• Job Shift: 2 Day Hybrid - 2 days Remote

Make a meaningful impact where it matters most. Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Master’s-Level Unlicensed Therapist (MA in Counseling with Candidate Permit – SWC/LSW, LPCC, or MFT-C), Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist to join our innovative Ascent Program, a coordinated specialty care team serving adolescents and young adults experiencing a first episode of psychosis. In this rewarding role, you will manage a caseload of up to 25 clients, providing individual and family therapy, facilitating family support groups, coordinating care across multidisciplinary providers, and delivering services in the clinic, clients’ homes, and the community. As part of a highly collaborative trans-disciplinary team, you will help deliver up to five years of comprehensive, wrap‑around support designed to promote recovery, resilience, and long‑term success. The ideal candidate is passionate about early intervention, values family involvement, thrives in a team‑based environment, and is committed to helping young people and their families navigate the challenges of emerging psychosis with hope and purpose.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

This position follows a hybrid work model that combines remote work, office‑based services, and community outreach. Therapists are expected to provide services in the office and the field at least three days per week, with a mandatory in‑person presence at the office every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for team meetings and collaborative care planning. When scheduling and client needs allow, the remainder of the workweek may be completed remotely. Flexibility is essential, as work locations and schedules may shift to best meet client needs and support community partnerships. Please note that the amount of remote work may be reduced when client care requires additional time in the office or in the community. Ascent team members are expected to prioritize responsiveness, collaboration, and accessibility to ensure the highest quality of care for clients and their families.

Salary for this role

• Unlicensed Therapist: $58,489.60 - $80,017.60 per year.
• Licensed Therapist: $66,512.16 - $91,016.64 per year.
• Unlicensed Psychologist: $70,010 - $83,473.46 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 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, 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.