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Crossroads Turning Points
Colorado Springs, Colorado

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN IV (On-Site #0007T - OPIOID ABATEMENT

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70k-$80k

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80906Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $79,500.00 SalaryAre 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: September 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 for individuals, families, and groups while developing and monitoring patient treatment plans. They are also responsible for conducting assessments, managing crisis interventions, 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 the ability to obtain CAS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningTrauma-informed careClinical documentationInterdisciplinary collaborationASAM criteria

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% are remote, 26% 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).

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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PSLF eligible
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,035 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Colorado Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$402k≈ 5.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,740/mo≈ 30% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.7
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Colorado Springs, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Crossroads Turning Points

Accounting
Pueblo, Colorado
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
8 Paid Holidays
2 Paid Administrative Holidays
401(k) with employer match up to 5%
Career Advancement