BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I-IV / WRU - Pueblo
Listed compensation
$60k-$80k
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Job Description
Job Details:
Job Location: Pueblo, CO 81008, Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $79,500.00 Salary/year, 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 III to IV. 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, a comprehensive background check, and a 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 client needs.
Provides patients with therapeutic projects, recreational therapy, or other activities. Assure 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 and parole, as well as the Department of Social Services (DSS). Crisis intervention and arranging for hospitalization as needed.
Coordinates and refers to supportive services in the community to supplement treatment and counseling. Help patients access services that promote self-sufficiency and timely relapse prevention. May be required to assist in urine/breath testing and monitoring. Must travel to outlying sites to train and treat patients.
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.
Candidates are preferred to have a CAS certification, in addition to their license, and must be able to obtain it within 18 months of their hire date. Experience: Minimum of two (2) 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 ASAM and SOAR level of care criteria. Must have solid verbal and written communication skills. An intermediate level of computer skills is required.
CPR and first-aid certification (the agency covers the costs of initial training as well as renewals). Valid driver's license and insurability. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: They must be able to stand, walk, sit, and drive 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 treatment.
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%. There are 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 24, 2026, or open until filled Salary: Behavioral Health Clinician I to IV $60,000 to $79,500 (DOE and other licenses).
Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Responsibilities
The clinician will conduct co-occurring patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual, family, and group counseling services. They are also responsible for monitoring patient progress, performing crisis intervention, 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
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- 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, 28% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k 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 | $60k–$80k | Mental Health Therapy median $76k (middle half $74k–$83k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$68k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Colorado | 215 active | 7,918 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 72% remote · 28% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
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