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Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist

Date Posted: Jun 12, 2026
Yearly: USD - USD

Job Detail

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    Location Denver, Colorado, United States of America
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    Job Type: Permanent
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    Career Level:
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    Experience:
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    Gender: No Preference
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    Apply Before: Sep 10, 2026

Job Description

Overview

The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist at UCHealth is responsible for the assessment and recommendation of treatment for psychiatric patients. This role requires collaboration with emergency department staff and operates as an independently licensed clinician within a fast-paced environment, focusing on critical thinking and decisive action.

Key responsibilities

  • Conducts quality and timely assessments of psychiatric patients.
  • Develops and offers safe disposition recommendations for patients.
  • Implements disposition recommendations including higher-level psychiatric placement or safety planning.
  • Acts as a communication liaison between clients, families, and providers.
  • Utilizes critical thinking skills and works with minimal supervision.

Required skills

  • Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
  • State licensure as LCSW, LPC, MFT, or ACD
  • Competence with DSM diagnostic criteria and treatment planning
  • Skills in evidenced-based suicide risk assessments
  • Clinical and ethical professionalism, conflict resolution, and critical thinking

What the company offers

  • Performance bonus recognized annually
  • Annual merit pay increases based on performance
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Access to 24/7 mental health support
  • Discounted gym memberships
  • Paid time off and medical leave
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Tuition reimbursement for educational growth
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning courses

Skills Required

Company Overview

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States of America

UCHealth is dedicated to improving lives through patient care and innovative clinical practice. They invest in professional success and personal well-being for their employees, promoting a culture that recognizes contributions to quality and patient... Read More

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