Psychologist - Child and Family/CFN (59673)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery•Aurora, CO

12d•$70,010 - $118,627•Hybrid

About The Position

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking an experienced Psychologist to join our outpatient Child and Family Program, where you will provide trauma‑informed mental health care to children, adolescents, and families across the diverse Aurora community. The Child and Family Counseling Center delivers outpatient services focused on helping clients heal, build resilience, and achieve their mental health goals through individual, group, and family therapy. In this role, you will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to support youth and families using evidence‑based, trauma‑responsive approaches in a fast-paced, community‑focused setting. The ideal candidate is passionate about serving children and families, demonstrates strong organizational and clinical skills, values working with diverse populations, and is eager to be an engaged and supportive member of a dedicated care team. Schedule. We offer flexible work arrangements, either a 5 x 8-hour workweek (Monday–Friday, 10am–6pm) or a 4 x 10-hour workweek. Our hybrid model 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 two to three days. This schedule may be adjusted based on training, program, 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 experience, licensure and company equity. Paid bi-weekly. Unlicensed Psychologist: $70,010 - $83,473.46 per year. Licensed Psychologist: $99,493.68 - 118,627.08 per year. Bilingual Language Differential Pay. Employees who successfully pass a language assessment are eligible to receive bilingual differential pay. This differential is provided as a fixed amount of $3,000 per calendar year, paid on a bi‑weekly basis across 26 pay periods, and prorated based on hire date and full‑time equivalency (FTE). Eligibility and payment are subject to the language requirements of the position and the employee’s demonstrated proficiency in the language.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in psychology.
Two years' relevant experience providing clinical care to appropriate client population, including conducting individual, family and/or group therapy.
Ability to learn and utilize an electronic health record with proficiency.
Solid comprehension of mental illness and treatment modalities within multidisciplinary approach.
Knowledge of DSM-V.
Ability to comprehend 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

Licensed Psychologist (PhD, PsyD).
Ability to conduct and evaluate psychological testing and create and explain psychological testing reports.
Knowledge of theories and evidence based practices related to clinical treatment.

Responsibilities

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.
Participate in pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training programs and supervise as needed.
Supervise unlicensed psychologist(s) as needed.
Offer consultation to community partners and providers.
Ensure that billing information is up to date for assigned clients.
Seeks insurance authorization for services to be provided 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, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
Holidays: 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
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!