Therapist - Refugee and Immigrant Clinic (63013)

Job Details Job Location: Galena: 1504 Galena Street, Aurora, CO 80010 - Aurora, CO 80010 Position Type: 1 FTE (40hrs/wk, benefited) Education Level: Master's Degree Salary Range: $58,480.92 - $118,627.08 Salary/year Job Shift: 2 Day Hybrid - 2 days Remote Make a meaningful impact in the lives of refugees and immigrants in our community. Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Master's-Level Unlicensed Therapist (MA in Counseling with Candidate Permit - SWC/LSW, LPCC, or MFT-C), Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist to join our Refugee and Immigrant Clinic (RIC). In this rewarding role, you will provide individual, couples, family, and child therapy services to culturally diverse children, youth, and adults while collaborating closely with Health Navigators who offer cultural brokerage and case management support. As part of a multidisciplinary team of therapists and health navigators, you will help deliver holistic, client-centered care that promotes healing, resilience, and successful community integration. The ideal candidate is hardworking, flexible, innovative, and committed to delivering high-quality care, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and is passionate about supporting refugee and immigrant populations. Experience working with children and families is preferred. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. This position follows a hybrid model that blends remote work, office-based services, and community outreach. Therapists are expected to work in the office Mondays and Wednesdays based on client and community needs. The remainder of the week may be worked remotely when scheduling allows. Flexibility is essential, as work locations and schedules may be adjusted to best support client care and community partnerships. Salary for this role. Unlicensed Therapist: $58,489.60 - $80,017.60 per year. Licensed Therapist: $66,512.16 - $91,016.64 per year. Unlicensed Psychologist: $70,010 - $83,473.46 per year. Licensed Psychologist: $99,493.68 - $118,627.08 per year. Bilingual Language Differential Pay. Employees who successfully pass a language assessment for Spanish, Dari, Amharic, Swahili, French, or Arabic are eligible to receive bilingual differential pay. This differential is provided as a fixed amount of $3,000 per calendar year, paid on a bi-weekly basis across 26 pay periods, and prorated based on hire date and full-time equivalency (FTE). Eligibility and payment are subject to the language requirements of the position and the employee’s demonstrated proficiency in the language. Essential Duties: 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. Qualifications 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 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. 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. 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 1 floating holiday (hours calculated pro-ratio basis based on full-time equivalency) The company observes 10 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. 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, and regular in-person trainings on a variety of clinical topics. Because focusing on clients is what matters most, billing and administrative work is taken care of by your supportive team, so you don't have to worry about your own billing! Our Mission, Vision and Core Values. Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery. Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care. Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context, including harassment or exclusion. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aurora Mental Health & Recovery