Therapist - Commerce City Counseling Center (59096) at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery

Commerce City, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

118627.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Therapy, Assessment, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Treatment Planning, Client Coordination, Bilingual, Mental Health, Evidence-Based Practices, DSM-V Knowledge, Electronic Health Records, Coping Skills, Community Consultation, Documentation, Supervision, Client Engagement

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Adams County - Commerce City, CO 80022 Position Type: Full Time: FTE 1 Education Level: Master's Degree Salary Range: $58,480.92 - $118,627.08 Salary/year Job Category: Clinical Make a meaningful impact in your community by joining Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR)! We’re excited to welcome passionate clinicians to our newly developed counseling center in Commerce City, CO. We are hiring Master’s-level Unlicensed Therapists (MA in Counseling with Candidate Permit – SWC/LSW, LPCC, or MFT-C), Licensed Therapists (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), and Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologists. In this role, you’ll provide intake, assessment, and therapeutic services for clients of all ages through individual, group, family, and couples counseling, as well as recovery supports. This is an incredible opportunity to help shape a new outpatient clinic alongside a collaborative team of therapists, medical professionals, and support staff. The ideal candidate is experienced in providing therapy services across the lifespan and/or experienced in supporting clients with SUD concerns. The client population we serve in Adams County would also be well-served by a bilingual, Spanish-speaking clinician. If you are flexible, team-oriented, and passionate about building strong relationships within the community, we’d love to hear from you! Schedule. This position will work Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm with potential for some evening hours, and is eligible for a hybrid model that allows for a mix of remote and in-office work, with an expectation of being in the office two days per week and working from home three days. This schedule may be adjusted based on training and department or client and community needs. 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: $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. *Rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency. Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE). 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), COAMFTE (Commission on Accreditation for Marriage & Family Therapy Education), or CSWE (Council on Social Work Education). Must obtain a mental health Candidate Permit (i.e.; 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 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency) The company observes 11 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. 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 and related 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. #LI-KE1

Responsibilities

The therapist will provide intake, assessment, and therapeutic services for clients of all ages through various counseling methods. They will also develop treatment plans and coordinate care with other professionals.