Family Mental Health Therapist

Sandstone Care • Castle Rock, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Sandstone Care is hiring a Family Therapist for an adolescent residential treatment facility in Castle Rock, Colorado. The facility is scheduled to open in July, and candidates should be available to start in late May or early June. The therapist will collaborate with primary therapists to provide comprehensive family-focused treatment, leading individual, group, and experiential family therapy sessions for clients experiencing substance abuse, mental health challenges, and dual diagnoses. The role also involves treatment planning, care coordination, and creating a supportive environment for clients and their families.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in behavioral health science, such as Clinical Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field.
• Active Colorado license in good standing: LPC, LPCC, LSW, LCSW, MFTC, or LMFT.
• Pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal records and motor vehicle reports, as a condition of employment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of experience, including working with clients ages 13–30 in a detox, residential, partial hospitalization (PHP), and/or intensive outpatient (IOP) setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based modalities tailored to client and family needs.
• Collaborate with primary therapists to develop and manage family treatment plans aligned with client goals.
• Provide timely and compliant clinical documentation for allocated cases.
• Participate in team discussions about treatment progress, discharge planning, and follow-up care.
• Assist with utilization reviews and medical necessity discussions with insurance providers as needed.
• Support family engagement in recovery through education, communication, and advocacy.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to ensure a cohesive and supportive care environment.
• Represent the organization positively in interactions with families, referral sources, and community partners.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and total rewards package, including merit-based pay increases and professional growth opportunities.
• Flexible PTO package with accrued PTO, paid holidays, and wellbeing days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple package options; the majority of premiums are company paid.
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
• Collaborative and supportive community of therapists and team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time