Therapist-Unlicensed or Licensed (S0425)

Axis Health System; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HDHP or PPO)

Health Savings Account

Dental

Flexible Spending Account

Vision

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401k with up to 4% match

College Invest plans

Annual Wellness Benefits

Professional development benefits

3 weeks All Paid Leave (APL)

Job summary

Axis Health System is seeking a Therapist-Crisis Intervention Specialist to join the Regional Crisis Center in Durango, CO. The role supports a 24-hour care line, conducts assessments, and delivers crisis services to diverse clients in coordination with partners.

The position is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off. A master's degree and CO licensure eligibility are required, with experience in residential settings

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a recognized mental health profession and CO licensure eligibility or licensure.
• Minimum five years of clinical experience in healthcare or human services; residential experience preferred.
• Colorado licensure as LPC/LMFT/LCSW or PsyD preferred for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a Crisis Team member to provide crisis services, intervention and assessment.
• Coordinate case management and collaborate with community partners.
• Meet clients in crisis and provide support using various treatment approaches.
• Maintain continuity with existing treatment providers and team members.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multitasking

Independent work

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

Master's degree in a recognized mental health profession

Colorado License Eligible or Licensed LPC/LMFT/LCSW/PsyD in CO

5+ years clinical experience in healthcare or human services

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Durango, CO 81301 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $21.00 - $38.09 Hourly Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Any Job Category: Health Care Therapist-Crisis Intervention Specialist - Full Time - Regional Crisis Center - Durango, CO

Position Summary

The role of the Therapist is to Participate as a member of the Crisis Team to provide Crisis services to clients including intervention, assessment and supporting our local 24-hour Care Line. Utilizes a variety of treatment approaches and case coordination to work with a diverse client population and many community partners. This position is responsible for meeting with clients in a self-defined crisis and providing support utilizing a variety of treatment approaches and in continuity with existing treatment providers and treatment team members.

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical (HDHP or PPO)
• Health Savings Account
• Dental
• Flexible Spending Account
• Vision
• Dependent Care Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• 401k offering up to 4% match
• College Invest plans
• Annual Wellness Benefits
• Professional development benefits
• (3) weeks of All Paid Leave (APL) for first 2 years with full-time employment.
• Personal Days
• (9) Company Paid Holidays
• Loan Repayment Programs

Physical demands

Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, or kneel and occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop. Must have ability to sit for longer periods at a computer. Employee must be able to travel between Axis Health System locations. Possible potential exposure to communicable disease. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Axis Health System may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills

• Knowledge and ability to operate standard office equipment including scanner, computer, calculator, copy machine, fax and multi-line telephone.
• Working knowledge of Windows based computer applications including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and ability to access the internet.
• Ability to be helpful and sensitive to the needs of all employees, while concurrently respecting corporate policies, procedures and priorities.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all internal and external customers.
• Ability to communicate job-related information to individuals and small groups.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; plan own work schedule effectively and multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize workload in a sometimes-hectic environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to concentrate in sometimes hectic and stressful settings.
• Ability to read and understand written materials.
• Must regard work as confidential.
• Must have current driver’s license, qualify for commercial vehicle insurance, and maintain a driving record that allows insurability with Axis Health System’ insurance agency.
• Occasional travel required.
• Ability to take on additional duties when necessary.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate for our Therapist position will have the master’s degree in one of the recognized mental health professions, be Colorado License Eligible/Licensed LPC, LMFT, LCSW or PsyD in the State of Colorado and have a minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in a healthcare or human service setting, (5) years in Residential setting is preferred.

Salary

Therapist-Unlicensed: Starts at $23.50 (Base Rate $21.00 + Locale $2.50) - $26.52, hourly

Therapist-Licensed: Starts at $33.38 (Base Rate $30.88 + Locale $2.50) - $38.09, hourly

There is a locale differential at our Durango worksites. Pay range considers preferred experience and preferred education as described above.

Annual Flu immunization, Annual TB screening, de-escalation training within 90 days of hire, BLS certification required at hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities.

About our Axis Health System

We are the leading provider of behavioral health and integrated (primary, dental, and behavioral health) care on the Western Slope of Colorado. As a therapist in our clinic, you’ll have access to a wide range of resources for your patients. We have recovery groups, Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), specialized mental health outpatient programs, primary care, diabetes education, crisis services, resource navigators, insurance enrollment specialists, tele-video systems to access our locations across the region and more. We work to make sure you have what you need at your fingertips to be successful in your position and support your patient in their road to recovery.

Commitment to Pay Standards

We are committed to fair hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history).

About Durango/Pagosa Springs

If you’re interested in Rocky Mountain wildlife, white water rafting, hiking in to discover nature’s most beautiful waterfalls, or a breathtaking car ride on the San Juan Skyway, then Durango and Pagosa Springs are the place for you! As with so many areas on the Western Slope, you have now entered an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Just minutes from zip lining through the treetops, to soaking in the Piedra River Hot Springs, located in the national forest, after a day of hiking any one of the many trails, and when the season is right, you can be snowboarding or camping in the mountains that surround this beautiful area. Take a ride on the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train and enjoy the stunning views of the San Juan National Forest. You’re also a mere 35-minute car ride to Mesa Verde National Park. Just outside the doors of our clinics, you’ll find beautiful parks with walking paths and opens spaces to enjoy. Durango has an airport located minutes from our clinics which has service to Denver, Phoenix and Dallas-Fort Worth daily. Learn more about our area here: Visit Durango, CO | Official Tourism Site of Durango, Colorado.