Community-based Child & Family Therapist (58706)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery•Aurora, CO

5d•$58,481 - $118,627•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Master's-level Unlicensed Therapist (with a Candidate Permit: SWC, LSW, LPCC, or MFT-C), Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist to join our Intensive In-Home Services team at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery. In this dynamic role, you will provide trauma-informed, attachment-focused therapy to youth ages 6–17 and their caregivers directly in their homes, with a focus on improving emotional regulation, parenting, and behavior management. Traveling throughout Aurora (mileage reimbursed), you’ll deliver dyadic and parent-only therapy rooted in the neurobiology of trauma. This position plays a critical role in reducing the need for hospitalization or residential placement by supporting youth at risk of, or transitioning from, higher levels of care. We’re looking for someone who brings strong interpersonal skills, creativity in applying skills-based interventions, and a balance of playfulness and professionalism to engage youth and families in meaningful, transformative work. $4,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! Sign-on Bonus not eligible for internal employees and re-hired employees within 90 days from separation. Sign-on Bonus is based on full-time (40 hours/week). Prorated if fewer than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on the first paycheck, 50% on the paycheck following the 6-month anniversary. Schedule. Therapists on this team work in-office, virtual, and community-based days to support client needs. We offer a 4x10-hour or 5x8-hour workday schedule, with a minimum of 3 in-person shifts until 6:30pm per week. Evening, office, and community-based work requirements may shift based on client needs. Staff schedules flex and alternate such that there are late office and community appointments available for clients Monday-Thursday. 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: $58,480.92 - $80,026.62 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).

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.
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.
Valid Colorado Driver's License with a driving record that meets organization's requirements.
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 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.

Nice To Haves

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.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

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 to evaluate 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.

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, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary term life insurance
Short term disability
Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more
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!