Therapist - School Based/APS NW

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery; Aurora (CO); In loco; USD 64.000 - 88.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental and vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off during school breaks

Licensure supervision and professional

Descrizione del lavoro

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery seeks a School-Based Therapist to be embedded in K-12 settings, delivering individual, family, and group therapy within contracted schools in Colorado. The role follows the academic calendar and is paid over 12 months.

You'll join a multidisciplinary team, provide trauma-informed care, coordinate with schools and families, and contribute to treatment planning, outcomes measurement, and client well-being during the school year.

Competenze

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field from an accredited program.
• Candidate Permit/licensure plan required within 30 days of hire and supervision provided.

Mansioni

• Deliver individual, family, and group therapy in school settings.
• Coordinate care with schools, families, and external providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Develop, monitor, and update treatment plans and required outcome measures.

Conoscenze

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Cultural humility

Formazione

Master's degree in Counseling/Psychology/Social Work/MFT

Eligible for/licensed as LPCC/LCSW/LPC/LMFT or psychologist

Strumenti

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Fuel your passion for mental health and community impact by joining our School-Based Services team at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR). As a School-Based Therapist, you'll be embedded in the vibrant, ever-changing environment of K-12 schools, where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of students and families. You'll have the opportunity to form meaningful relationships, promote resilience, and support wellness within diverse school communities. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to serve with purpose and help shape the future.We are seeking a dedicated Master's level Unlicensed Therapist (MA in Counseling with a Candidate Permit - SWC/LSW, LPCC, or MFT-C), Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist who are ready to bring their clinical skills and passion to the school setting. These full-time, fully in-person positions follow the academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year and are paid over 12 months. You’ll enjoy meaningful work, supportive supervision, and generous paid time off during school breaks—including the entire month of July. If you're ready to grow, connect, and make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!Work Schedule:Position is fully onsite and delivered in person at an assigned contracted school location during the academic year.Regular work schedule is Monday through Friday during school operating hours, with occasional schedule adjustments to meet student, school, or program needs.Required to attend monthly School-Based Services team meetings, trainings, and other organizational meetings at the AMHR office or designated location.Duration: 10 months during the school year, paid over 12 months.Time Off: Paid time off during all school breaks (fall, winter, spring, and summer - including the whole month of July off).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.Unlicensed Therapist:- $57,784 - $62,407 per year.Licensed Therapist: $64,313 - $88,109 per year.Unlicensed Psychologist: $64,130 - $70,545 per year.Licensed Psychologist: $91,137 - $116,655 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 or $6,000 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:Function as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team and actively contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.Attend trainings, conferences, meetings, and other professional development activities as directed.Provide exemplary customer service in alignment with AMHR's mission, values, and standards of care.Deliver comprehensive clinical services designed to reduce symptoms, improve functioning, enhance quality of life, and support client recovery.Conduct diagnostic assessments and provide individual, family, and/or group therapy services in accordance with assigned program needs.Utilize trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and evidence-based interventions that promote resilience, client empowerment, skill development, and community integration.Assist clients in identifying strengths and needs, developing coping skills, managing symptoms, and establishing individualized treatment goals.Develop, monitor, and update treatment plans and care plans in collaboration with clients and complete required outcome measures.Maintain a safe therapeutic environment and provide crisis intervention, de-escalation, and stabilization services as needed to ensure client safety and well-being.Provide guidance, support, and therapeutic interventions that foster emotional regulation, skill development, and positive client outcomes.Coordinate care and collaborate with internal teams, schools, families, external providers, community partners, and collateral contacts to ensure continuity of care and access to appropriate services.Facilitate referrals, service coordination, case management activities, discharge planning, and transitions of care within scope of practice.Complete level-of-care assessments and recommendations to support service planning and appropriate treatment placement.Prepare reports, clinical correspondence, treatment summaries, and other required documentation in accordance with confidentiality requirements and applicable releases of information.Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant completion of clinical, fiscal, grant, contract, and electronic health record (EHR) documentation in accordance with regulatory, payer, and organizational requirements.Assist with grant and contract deliverables, reporting requirements, client satisfaction surveys, outcome tracking, and other special projects as assigned.Consult with internal and external professionals to support proactive care coordination and effective service delivery.Maintain all credentialing requirements and complete activities necessary for ongoing participation with third-party payers, as applicable.Meet established productivity, quality, and performance expectations, including key performance indicators (KPIs).Participate in other clinical, administrative, and organizational activities as assigned.For Licensed Therapists & Psychologists: Participate in student training programs and committees. Provide clinical supervision and oversight, including co-signing clinical documentation when clinically appropriate and in accordance with organizational policy.Requirements:Master's or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field from a program accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), or another recognized accrediting body.Unlicensed Therapist or Psychologist: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.Minimum of one (1) year of relevant clinical experience providing behavioral health services, including individual, family, and/or group therapy.Licensed Therapist or Psychologist:Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience providing behavioral health services, including individual, family, and/or group therapy.Current Colorado licensure through the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Psychologist (PhD or PsyD), or equivalent licensure in another state with the ability and intent to transfer licensure to Colorado within 30 days from your hire date.Knowledge of behavioral health assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, clinical theories, evidence-based practices, DSM-5 criteria, and recovery-oriented care.Ability to evaluate client needs, assess risk, provide crisis intervention, and implement clinically appropriate interventions based on scope of practice and licensure.Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills with clients, families, community partners, referral sources, and multidisciplinary teams.Ability to maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, care coordination records, psychological reports (as applicable), and other required clinical communications.Proficiency with EHR systems, Microsoft Office applications, and other healthcare technology platforms.Strong organizational, critical thinking, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities independently and collaboratively.Commitment to cultural humility, equitable and inclusive care, continuous professional development, and ongoing enhancement of clinical knowledge and skills.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: KaiserDental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)Company paid basic life and AD&D insuranceLong-term disability coverage*403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employmentAccrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)Employee Assistance ProgramVoluntary term life insuranceShort term disability**Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or moreAdditional Perks.Quality Supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost to the employee.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 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 teamworkWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and its 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.