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Canon City, Colorado

UNLICENSED THERAPIST - FULL TIME

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

$75k

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Job Description

Make an Impact Every Day by Helping People Heal

Unlicensed Therapist

Full-Time | Paid Training | DailyPay Available

$2,000 sign on bonus

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Abraxas Youth and Family Services, we're not just hiring employees we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and independent life.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or looking for work with purpose, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities you need to succeed while making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided.

For more than 56 years, ABARXAS has been dedicated to providing caring, effective and innovative services that empower people of all abilities to build a better life for themselves. Resources for Human Development (RHD) is a nonprofit organization with over 115 human service programs across the country and serving tens of thousands of people with effective programs supporting intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health, homelessness, addiction recovery, and more.

At Abraxas, our team members are more than employees—they are advocates, mentors, and difference-makers.

When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

Competitive Pay & Outstanding Benefits

  • DailyPay – access your earned wages before payday
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonuses

Paid Training & Career Growth

  • Paid Training Programs
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Certification Opportunities
  • Leadership Development Programs
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Meaningful Work That Matters

  • Make a Difference Every Day
  • Support Individuals and Families
  • Build Meaningful Relationships
  • Strengthen Communities
  • Join a Mission-Driven Organization

What You'll Do

As a Licensed Therapist, you will provide comprehensive evaluation, assessment and therapeutic intervention to address the psychological, emotional and social needs to the youth, families and staff.

Your Responsibilities May Include

  • Evaluates behavioral and emotional issues of children and adolescents and develops specific

behavior modification treatment plan.. Provides individual, family, and group counseling under direction of an appropriate clinical

supervisor as required and in accordance with the clients' individualized treatment plan.. Conducts psycho-educational assessments under the direction of an appropriate clinical

supervisor.. Observes and documents treatment interventions, behavior and client progression.

Assists with direct supervision of clients and interacts therapeutically as required.. Supervises practicum students as appropriate.. Provides outreach workshops and lectures.. Acts as a liaison between client and community resources as needed.. Interprets treatment objectives and assists treatment staff to provide integrated services.. Participates in conferences for the discussion of behavior, diagnosis and client progression as a

member of the treatment planning team.

  • Develops treatment plans and treatment plan updates.. Participates in data collection, monitoring, and evaluation activities for the performance

improvement program.. Develops and maintains a current list of resources that includes self-help and self-support

groups to ensure comprehensive services to the clients and their families.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a human service field.
  • PROVISIONAL LICENSE REQUIRED (LPCC, LSW, SWC) as specified in the addendum based on program licensing/funder requirements.
  • Familiar with standard business computer software programs and electronic Health Care Database programs.
  • ACT 33/34 clearances if required by program
  • FBI clearance, as needed
  • All trainings required by licensure

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior Experience working as a Therapist in outpatient IIC and or Residential Setting
  • Experience in working closely with a clinical team/ MDT

Schedule: Full Time

Start a Career with Purpose

Some jobs pay the bills.

This job changes lives.

If you're looking for a career where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a real difference every day, we invite you to join the Resources for Human Development team.

Apply Today and Make an Impact Every Day by Helping People Heal.

ABRAXAS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today"

About Our Organization

ABRAXAS is part of the Inperium family of companies.

Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

Key Responsibilities

The therapist will provide comprehensive evaluations, assessments, and therapeutic interventions to address the psychological, emotional, and social needs of youth and families. Responsibilities include developing behavior modification plans, conducting counseling sessions, and documenting client progress within a clinical team.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Psycho-educational assessmentClinical documentationCrisis interventionCase managementInterdisciplinary collaborationClient advocacyCommunity outreachMentoringElectronic health records

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 58% are remote, 32% have no call, 66% 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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Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
87% this job
CME allowance
39%
PSLF eligible
39%
Sign-on bonus
26% this job
Loan repayment
26%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,084 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Canon City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$348k≈ 4.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,352/mo≈ 22% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

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

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About Apis Services

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Programs
Employee Referral Bonuses
Paid Training
Professional Development
Certification Opportunities
Leadership Development