Therapist - Child & Family/South (63008)
$58,481–$118,627 year
HybridAurora, Colorado, United States
Aurora, Colorado, United StatesHybridFull Time$58,481–$118,627 yearMasters Degree
Full TimeMasters Degree
Job Summary
Facilitate recovery for children ages 6–18 and families by conducting diagnostic assessments, individual, family, and group therapy, and developing treatment plans. Provide crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and coping skills instruction while collaborating with caregivers and community providers to coordinate care. Manage billing information, seek insurance authorizations, and document all client interactions and correspondence. Work a flexible hybrid schedule of 5 x 8 or 4 x 10 hours, with a minimum of two in-office days per week.
Required Qualifications
- 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 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
- 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
- Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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