Castle Rock Residential Therapist

Sandstone Care • Castle Rock, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Mental Health Therapist works at an adolescent residential treatment facility in Castle Rock, Colorado. The therapist leads individual, group, and family therapy to help adolescent clients address mental health and dual-diagnosis challenges. Working with a multidisciplinary team, the therapist implements evidence-based treatment plans and supports clients in achieving recovery goals.

The role includes clinical documentation, coordination with families and insurance providers, and participation in program development and performance improvement. The therapist is also expected to foster a cohesive care environment and represent the organization positively to families, referral sources, and community partners. Employment is contingent on passing a comprehensive background check, including criminal records and motor vehicle reports.

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.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
• Ability to manage diverse caseloads while maintaining a high standard of care.
• CPR certification, or ability to obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities tailored to each client’s needs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor comprehensive treatment plans with clients, families, and the clinical team.
• Ensure clinical documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with organizational and insurance standards.
• Participate in utilization reviews and discussions of medical necessity with insurance providers as needed.
• Coordinate with families to align on treatment goals and progress.
• Contribute to program development, performance improvement initiatives, and family programming.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to support cohesive care.
• Represent the organization positively in interactions with families, referral sources, and community partners.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and total rewards package, including a meaningful salary.
• Merit-based pay increases.
• 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 with 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
• Career Level: Mid Level