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Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
Therapist - Child & Family/CFN
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What they do
A Family or Behavioral Therapist works with clients who need help dealing with emotional disorders or problems with family and relationships. Addresses client problems in the context of family relationships; helps clients develop ways to recognize and change behavior patterns. Works with individuals, couples or families.
$64,306 / year median in Colorado
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Therapist
- Child & Family/CFN Aurora Mental Health & Recovery
- 3.2 Aurora, CO Job Details Full-time $60,673
- $127,352 a year 5 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Loan forgiveness Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Personal service client interaction documentation Post-session clinical documentation Electronic health records (EHR) management DSM-5 Emergency response in crisis intervention Evidence-based practice Full Job Description The Child and Family Counseling Center North (CFN) at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a passionate and dedicated a Master's level Unlicensed Therapist (MA in Counseling with a Candidate Permit•LPCC, SWC/LSW, or MFT-C), Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or an Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist to provide trauma-informed mental health services to children and adolescents in the Aurora community.
Unlicensed Therapist:
$60,673- $65,527per year.
Licensed Therapist:
$67,529- $92,515 per year.
Unlicensed Psychologist:
$70,010- $77,010per year.
Licensed Psychologist:
$99,494- $127,352per year.
Essential Functions :
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 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:
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). AMHR will provide quality supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost to the employee.Preferred:
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' 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). 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 multidisciplinary approach. Knowledge of DSM-5. 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 a negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.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 Additional Perks.