Therapist, Children's Crisis

BONUS OPPORTUNITY!

At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.

The Children's Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) Therapist's purpose is to provide individual, family, and group therapy to children / youth who are admitted to the CSU. This includes conducting initial assessments, directing clinical services, and assisting with case management and disposition planning for children / youth.

The mission of Jefferson Center's Children's Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is to use an interdisciplinary team of clinicians, residential counselors, medical staff and admissions staff to provide brief, 3-5 day, crisis stabilization treatment for children and youth with behavioral health issues, including depression, suicidal thoughts, other trauma reactions, and family issues. Our team coordinates treatment and provides tools and safety planning for children / youth and families so that they can safely return to their homes and the community. We are committed to serving Colorado’s children / youth while maintaining a non-judgmental and inclusive approach.

This position will work : Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (7 : 00am – 7 : 00pm)

Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

• Meets with all assigned children / youth, conduct clinical interviews and set up initial staffing in order to develop treatment plans for each individual.
• Maintains caseload as assigned by Manager or Program Coordinator by overseeing the implementation and review of all treatment services provided to each child / youth on caseload.
• Primary coordinator for discharge planning and transition of care to community resources for each child / youth on caseload
• Conducts individual, family, and group therapy. Co-facilitate multi-family group with other Therapists. Will maximize medically authorized services with clients and their families in accordance with the treatment plan.
• Works with Case Managers in coordination with the referring agency and / or funding source, community contacts, family, legal system, and other professionals involved in the child / youth’s treatment.
• Maintains timely documentation. This includes but is not limited to admission notes, progress notes, discharge paperwork, and treatment plans.
• Follows all Jefferson Center policies and procedures in order to maintain the highest standards and provide the best level of care to children / youth.
• Operates within scope of his / her respective license and complies with all regulations regarding his / her respective license.
• Complies with managed care standards regarding regular utilization review of all assigned cases in order to meet all licensing requirements for residential treatment of adolescent populations.
• Facilitates transitions to the next level of care by working in conjunction with other members of the treatment team, receiving agency, family members, and all other professionals involved in the planned departure from New Vistas.
• Regularly attends all staffings / rounds to facilitate communication and effective client management.
• Attends mandatory trainings to maintain compliance with training standards and ensure effective treatment.
• Consults with the milieu staff regarding clinical issues by monitoring the delivery of clinical services on the unit, and identifying and assisting in training needs in order to provide clinical direction of the unit.
• Represents New Vistas in communications with referral sources, other professionals, organizations, and programs managing those contacts with diplomacy, respect, dignity, and professional behavior to enhance the program's mission with regard to the surrounding communities.
• Maintains good communication with treatment team members, Program Coordinator, and Manager in order to receive and provide professional support and pro-active problem-solving strategies.
• Refrains from dual relationships with residents and their families as defined by Jefferson Center’s' policies in order to maintain professional boundaries.
• Maintains a culturally and socioeconomically sensitive environment for children / youth.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or Program Coordinator.

This role may require cross functional responsibilities and contingency support including but not limited to :

NOTE : Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, & Experience :

Salary Grade 51 (Unlicensed Master's Level) : $57,000 - $64,000 annually

Salary Grade 52 (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) : $70,000 - $77,200 annually

Additional Salary Information

CSU Master's Level Bonus

CSU Licensed Bonus (LPC, LMFT, LCSW)

$1,000 paid on one month anniversary

$1,000 paid on six month anniversary

$1,000 paid on one year anniversary

$2,000 paid on one month anniversary

$1,000 paid on six month anniversary

$1,000 paid on one year anniversary

Additional Bonus Information

Application Deadline : 12 / 10 / 2025. Review of applications will begin immediately.

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