Therapist PRN - Crisis Walk-in Clinic/WIC (62962)

Counselor Top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling)No callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$28.12-$57.03/hr

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Employment & setting
Per Diem · on-site
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 52m ago · Verified live

Job description

  • Salary Range: $28.12 - $57.03 HourlyJob Shift: Fully In-Person/On-SiteAre you a compassionate clinician seeking flexible PRN shifts to support individuals in crisis? Join Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) in our Walk-In Clinic (WIC) and 24/7 Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), where you’ll make a meaningful impact through trauma-informed care, assessments, therapy, and crisis intervention. We’re seeking Master’s level Un
  • licensed Therapists (MA, LSW, LPCC, MFT), Licensed Therapists (LCSW, LPC, LMFT), and Psychologists (Un
  • licensed or Licensed) to provide critical mental health services within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. If you’re driven to de-escalate crises, support recovery, and connect clients to ongoing care, we’d love to have you on our team!

## Shifts. The CSU and the WIC are open every day of the year, and the PRN Therapists work fully Onsite/In-person. Our PRN staff are typically required to work at least two shifts per month. Available Shifts Monday - Sunday are: Day Shift 6:30 am - 5:00 pm Swing Shift 12:30 pm to 11:00 pm Overnight Shift 8:30 pm - 7:00 am Salary for this role. Wage is based on years of licensure or experience and company equity. PRN employees are eligible for a 10% PRN differential paid in addition to base wages.

Shift differentials are available for certain shifts. Un

  • licensed Therapist: $28.12 - $38.47 per hour. Licensed Therapist: $31.98 - $43.76 per hour. Un
  • licensed Psychologist: $33.66 - $40.13 per hour. Licensed Psychologist: $47.83 - $57.03 per hour.
  • ability. This PRN role requires avail
  • ability to complete initial in‑person orientation and training during the scheduled onboarding week (Tuesday - Thursday), followed by up to eight (8) paid training shifts within the first two months, scheduled based on operational needs. To remain active in PRN status, employees are expected to work at least two shifts per month, with each shift lasting a minimum of five (5) hours, unless otherwise approved. Essential Functions: 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 sym
  • ptoms and improve quality of life. Assist clients to evaluate strengths and sym
  • ptoms, 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.

Qualifications

  • licensed Therapist or Psychologist: Master’s or Doctoral degree in professional counseling from a program that’s accredited by the 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 super
  • vision 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). Must possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain one within 30 days of hire. 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-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: Sick Pay Employee Assistance Program 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.

  • ability, 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. #LI-AS1 Benefits: Sick Pay Employee Assistance Program 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.
  • ability, 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.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will conduct diagnostic assessments, provide individual, family, and group therapy, and perform crisis intervention for clients. They are also responsible for developing treatment plans, coordinating care with other professionals, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's or Doctoral degree in a counseling-related field and possess or be eligible for a mental health candidate permit or independent clinical license. At least one to two years of clinical experience is preferred or required depending on licensure status, along with a Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningIndividual TherapyFamily TherapyDe-escalationMental Health CounselingElectronic Health Records

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist PRN - Crisis Walk-in Clinic/WIC (62962) at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,782 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Counselor Career Context

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 24 active listings.

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 63% are remote, 33% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$89k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $86k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Aurora Mental Health & Recovery

Mental Health Care
Aurora, Colorado
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sick Pay
Employee Assistance Program
10% PRN differential
Shift differentials available
Quality supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost