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Diversus Health
Colorado Springs, Colorado · Hybrid

Counselor, Licensed AOP (60865)

Counselor 8.4 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63K - $86K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Moreno - Colorado Springs, CO 80905Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $62,500.00 - $86,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: AnyPosition Title: Counselor, Licensed Location: Colorado Springs, CO (In-person) Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: 40 hours per week, schedule set by supervisor Join the Diversus Health Team: Where Your Career Meets Purpose and Well-being!

At Diversus Health, we’re dedicated to transforming mental and behavioral healthcare to improve lives. Our mission is to provide trusted, affordable, and personalized care that empowers individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

And we’re doing it with a team of passionate professionals who believe in the power of making a difference every day. When you join our team, you’re not just another employee- you’re a part of a community that values your growth, well-being, and success. We live by our Core Values: Teamwork – We achieve more together.

Solution-Minded – We embrace problems as opportunities. Impactful – We inspire positive outcomes. Integrity – We commit to do what is right. These values guide everything we do- from how we treat each other to how we care for our clients.

They reflect our culture and our unwavering dedication to building a truly healthy society. Our Rich

Benefits

Package Includes: Exceptional Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision)- comprehensive coverage for you and your family’s health needs. 401(k) Company Match with 4% fully vested- planning for your future made easier. Generous Vacation & Sick Time- because we know work-life balance is essential for your well-being.

Paid Long-Term Disability Coverage- peace of mind for those unexpected times when you need it. Paid Holidays including 3 Floating Holidays- take the time you need to recharge on your terms. Employee Assistance Program- including free therapy access to support your mental health.

Professional Development Funds- we invest in your growth through courses, conferences, and certifications. Robust Training Program- get the skills and knowledge you need to excel in your career.

Second Language Monthly Bonus (subject to assessment)- for those with bilingual skills, earn extra for your ability to connect with more individuals. At Diversus Health, we believe in creating a truly healthy society, where mental and behavioral healthcare work together to improve lives.

Join our team and help us make this lofty goal a reality. Together, we can build a better tomorrow. Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

Qualifications

Position Title: Counselor, Licensed Location: Colorado Springs, CO (In-person) Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: 40 hours per week, schedule set by supervisor Job Summary: As a Licensed Outpatient Therapist at Diversus Health, you will share our vision for improving behavioral health care in our communities and grow in an environment driven by our core values. At Diversus Health we are excited to provide an environment that clinicians are challenged to grow professionally, encouraged, and supported to have a strong work-life balance and be ready to make a strong and exciting impact in our El Paso, Park, and Teller counties. With a hybrid model, it allows flexibility in your schedule to work from home and from the office to fit your work life balance all while meeting your client’s needs. In addition to providing quality care, focus in this role is on clinical confidence and further expanding clinical knowledge and expertise as a licensed professional. Essential Functions – Clinical Care:

  • Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create, and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy
  • Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community
  • Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals
  • Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session per company guidelines and protocol
  • For Full-Time status clinicians must maintain a minimum of 30 client visits per week
  • Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Diversus Health staff, and school staff as needed
  • Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and trainings The Environment at Diversus Health is fluid. Roles and responsibilities may be altered to accommodate changing business conditions and objectives. Employees may be asked to perform duties that are outside of the specific work that is listed. This position may require you to work standard hours, as well as flexible hours before and after standard hours, and overtime in excess of 40 hours in a work week. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university
  • Candidates should have clinical licensure (LMFT, LCSW, LPC, PsyD etc.)
  • Required experience with completing DAs, treatment plans and clinical case notes
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients
  • Ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner, ideally by end of end or within 24 hours; concurrent/collaborative documentation is a plus
  • Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse high needs client base
  • Proficient in the use of Office 365 and Electronic Health Record systems Your next career move starts here. If you're passionate about community-based mental health, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready to make a meaningful impact- we want to hear from you. At Diversus Health, your expertise and compassion can help change lives, including your own. Apply today and bring your purpose to life- right here with us.

Key Responsibilities

The counselor will evaluate mental health diagnoses, create treatment plans, and provide quality clinical care to clients. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and coordinating services with various stakeholders.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a master's degree in a behavioral science field and possess a valid clinical licensure such as LMFT, LCSW, LPC, or PsyD. Proficiency in electronic health record systems and experience with clinical documentation are required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Treatment planningCase managementCrisis interventionBoundary settingClinical assessment

Counselor Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$74k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Mental Health Counseling listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% are remote, 14% have no call, 64% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Mental Health Counseling pay on WeekdayDoc is up 22.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Counselor, Licensed AOP (60865) at DIVERSUS HEALTH a 8.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Mental Health Counseling — ranked against 718 active Mental Health Counseling listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility, flexible scheduling.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
78% this job
CME allowance
52%
Sign-on bonus
26%
PSLF eligible
22%
Loan repayment
19%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.4
Among the best 10% of Mental Health Counseling listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 718 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Diversus Health

Mental Health Care
Colorado Springs
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k with 4% Company Match
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Long-Term Disability Coverage
Paid Holidays