Therapist - First Episode Psychosis/Ascent (60407)

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery•Aurora, CO

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Ascent Team at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) as a Therapist and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people experiencing first‑episode psychosis. In this highly specialized and rewarding role, you’ll provide community‑based, evidence‑driven care to youth and young adults (ages 15–29), primarily supporting individuals living with schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders. The Ascent Program offers exceptional autonomy, flexibility, and creativity, with therapists meeting clients in their homes to build trust, foster engagement, and support long‑term recovery. Our deeply collaborative, multidisciplinary team shares a caseload and works in constant communication to ensure seamless continuity of care and strong staff support. We’re seeking Unlicensed or Licensed Therapists (MSW, MA, LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologists who are organized, collaborative, and energized by working within complex systems. Experience serving teens or adults with severe and persistent mental illness and co‑occurring substance use disorders is strongly preferred. If you’re passionate about early intervention, relationship‑based care, and recovery‑oriented practice, Ascent is a place where your work truly matters.

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).
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.
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.
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 a 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

Experience serving teens or adults with severe and persistent mental illness and co‑occurring substance use disorders is strongly preferred.
Organized, collaborative, and energized by working within complex systems.

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 in evaluating 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, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
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
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, regular in-person trainings on a variety of clinical topics and DEI trainings.
Billing and administrative work is taken care of by your supportive team.