Licensed Therapist - Crisis Walk-in Clinic/Day & Swing Shift/FE
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
Summary
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), Licensed Psychologist to join our Crisis Team, providing life-changing services through our Walk-In Clinic (WIC). The Walk-In Clinic serves individuals of all ages experiencing a self-defined behavioral health crisis, offering assessment, intervention, safety planning, referrals, and placement coordination 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Job description
Schedule
This position is fully Onsite/In-person, working 4 x 10 hour shifts. Available schedules are: Sunday - Wednesday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm; Sunday to Wednesday - 12:30 pm - 11:00 pm.
Essential Functions
- Facilitate recovery and optimal quality of life in clients with behavioral health concerns, by providing clinical services, case management and education. 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 to evaluate 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.
- Staff member will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the clients care team.
Requirements
- Master's degree in human services field for a Licensed Therapist or a Doctorate in psychology for a Licensed 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.
- 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.
- Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
- Knowledge of theories and evidence-based practices related to clinical treatment.
- 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.
Benefits
- Health insurance: Kaiser
- Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts
- Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days
- Accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days
- 2 floating holidays
- 11 designated holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary term life insurance
- Short term disability
- Loan Forgiveness
- Continued learning benefit
- Access to online clinical trainings
- Reimbursement for conferences
- Regular in-person trainings
Company overview
Aurora Mental Health & Recovery is a comprehensive mental healthcare provider specializing in behavioral health services and substance use disorder treatment. The organization offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions including individual counseling, group therapy, psychiatric services, and crisis intervention programs. As a dedicated mental health facility, they provide evidence-based treatments for various mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Their recovery-focused approach integrates clinical expertise with compassionate care to support individuals in achieving mental wellness and sustainable recovery. The organization serves diverse populations through outpatient programs, intensive treatment services, and community-based support systems, emphasizing holistic care that addresses both psychological and social determinants of health. Aurora Mental Health & Recovery plays a vital role in the local healthcare ecosystem by providing accessible mental health services and contributing to community mental health awareness and education initiatives.