BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN IV - OPIOID ABATEMENT
Listed compensation
$70k-$80k
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Job Description
Job Details:
Job Location: 1026 Maxwell Street - Colorado Springs, CO, Salary Range: $70000.00 - $79500.00Salary, Are you on a journey to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, we recognize the importance of making a positive impact on the lives of others.
By helping individuals navigate the challenges of substance misuse and mental health, you can play a vital role in guiding them toward a healthier lifestyle and lasting recovery. Our caring team provides personal support in a warm and welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors.
We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Clinician IV for the unit. This role involves providing co-occurring counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Please note that all applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, as well as a comprehensive background check and TB Test. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Conducts co-occurring patient assessments.
Places patients in the appropriate level of care. Conducts group, family, and individual counseling sessions. May conduct psycho-educational or family groups. Works with co-occurring patients to develop and update treatment plans and goals. Monitors patient behaviors and progress.
Incorporates behavior modification and stress management therapy to assist patients in controlling substance misuse and other problems. Administers and analyzes patient testing instruments and reviews results of tests to evaluate patient needs.
Provides patients with therapeutic projects, recreational therapy, or other activities. Assures that all documentation is complete by established deadlines. Maintains patient records in accordance with licensing regulations. Regularly reports clinical status to the unit supervisor.
Participates in staffing patients with the appropriate team and communicates with community referral sources, including, but not limited to, probation, parole, and DSS. Crisis intervention and arranging for hospitalization as needed.
Coordinates and refers to supportive services in the community to supplement treatment and counseling. Assist patients in obtaining services to become self-sufficient and prevent relapses on time. May be required to assist in urine/breath testing and monitoring.
Must travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients. Maintain OTP caseload and conduct annual updates: Colorado Client Assessment Record (CCAR) and Drug/Alcohol Coordinated Data System.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Minimum of a master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling. Licensure: It requires licensure in LPC, LCSW, or LMFT.
CAS is preferred, in addition to the license, and must be able to obtain CAS certification within 18 months of the hire date. Experience: Minimum of 2 (two) years working in the mental health field. Previous substance misuse treatment experience and expertise with trauma preferred.
Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams. Other: Must understand the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and SOAR level of care criteria. Must have solid verbal and written communication skills. Computer skills are required.
CPR and first-aid certification (the agency pays for initial training and renewals). Valid driver's license and insurability. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to stand, walk, and sit, including driving for extended periods.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: A combination of office and clinical settings is conducive to delivering practical staff training, counseling, and patient care.
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent package of benefits: Medical. Dental & Vision Insurance. Eight (8) Paid Holidays. Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays. Career Advancement. The 401(k) plan includes an employer match of up to 5%. Many other benefits (free and optional).
Join a leader in the behavioral health field with over 45 years of experience! Submit your application today at crossroadstp.org by visiting the employment tab. Closing Date: November 28, 2026, or open until filled. Rate: $70,000 to $79,500 per year (exempt position) Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Responsibilities
The clinician will provide co-occurring counseling services, conduct patient assessments, and develop treatment plans for individuals and groups. They are also responsible for crisis intervention, monitoring patient progress, and coordinating with community referral sources.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling and possess an active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license. A minimum of two years of experience in the mental health field is required, along with a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% are remote, 24% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $73k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $70k–$80k | Mental Health Therapy median $76k (middle half $69k–$90k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$73k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Colorado | 223 active | 7,975 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 72% remote · 24% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Colorado Counselor listings: 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 32% offer loan repayment334 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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