Behavioral Health Clinician IV - Opioid Abatement

Crossroads Turning Points • Colorado Springs, CO

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About The Position

Crossroads Turning Points is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Behavioral Health Clinician IV to provide co-occurring counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and groups. The role supports people facing substance misuse and mental health challenges and involves assessment, treatment planning, counseling, progress monitoring, crisis intervention, and coordination with supportive services and community referral sources. The clinician maintains an OTP caseload and conducts annual updates, including the Colorado Client Assessment Record (CCAR) and Drug/Alcohol Coordinated Data System.

Applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana testing, a comprehensive background check, and a TB test. The position requires travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients. The work environment combines office and clinical settings for staff training, counseling, and patient care. This is an exempt position offering an annual rate of $70,000 to $79,500. The closing date is November 28, 2026, or the position remains open until filled.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling.
• Licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
• At least two years of experience working in the mental health field.
• Must be able to obtain CAS certification within 18 months of hire.
• Understanding of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and SOAR level-of-care criteria.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• CPR and first-aid certification; the agency pays for initial training and renewals.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit, including driving for extended periods.
• Must complete pre-employment drug screening, comprehensive background check, and TB test.

Nice To Haves

• CAS certification in addition to the required license.
• Previous substance misuse treatment experience.
• Expertise with trauma.
• Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct co-occurring patient assessments and place patients in the appropriate level of care.
• Conduct group, family, and individual counseling sessions; may also conduct psycho-educational or family groups.
• Work with co-occurring patients to develop and update treatment plans and goals.
• Monitor patient behaviors and progress.
• Use behavior modification and stress management therapy to help patients address substance misuse and other problems.
• Administer and analyze patient testing instruments and review results to evaluate patient needs.
• Provide therapeutic projects, recreational therapy, or other activities.
• Complete documentation by established deadlines and maintain patient records in accordance with licensing regulations.
• Regularly report clinical status to the unit supervisor.
• Participate in patient staffing with the appropriate team and communicate with community referral sources, including probation, parole, and DSS.
• Provide crisis intervention and arrange hospitalization as needed.
• Coordinate and refer patients to community supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling.
• Assist patients in obtaining services to become self-sufficient and prevent relapse in a timely manner.
• May assist with urine or breath testing and monitoring.
• Travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients.
• Maintain an OTP caseload and conduct annual Colorado Client Assessment Record (CCAR) and Drug/Alcohol Coordinated Data System updates.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Two paid administrative holidays.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with employer match of up to 5%.
• Other free and optional benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level