Behavioral Health Provider
Listed compensation
$72.5K - $87.5K
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Job Description
Join a mission-focused team, where we work every day to improve the health of our community by providing equitable and affordable medical, behavioral, and dental healthcare for all. As part of a dedicated, mission‑driven team, you’ll contribute to whole‑person, integrated care that supports patients across the region.
Build a meaningful career while enjoying life in a vibrant mountain community at a workplace committed to family‑friendly scheduling and true work–life balance.
With year‑round access to skiing, hiking, biking, and a wide range of outdoor recreation, this is an ideal opportunity for individuals seeking both professional fulfillment and an exceptional quality of life.
Enjoy a generous compensation and benefits package, including paid time off, sick leave, and dedicated wellness hours.
Who is Mountain Family Health Centers? https://www.mountainfamily.org/careers-2/ [https://www.mountainfamily.org/careers-2/]
What We Have Achieved
- NCQA PATIENT CENTERED MEDICAL HOME
- TIER 1 MEDICAID PROVIDER
- HEALTH LINKS™ HEALTHY BUSINESS LEADER – 2021
- TOP FIVE COLORADO GOVERNOR’S AWARD FOR WORKSITE WELLNESS – 2019
General Purpose
The Behavioral Health Provider performs Primary Care Behavioral Health (“PCBH”) related job-duties. The position requires being skillful in clinical assessment/problem identification, crisis intervention, brief individual and family therapy, and case management.
This position will document interactions on medical charting software, consult with medical and dental staff, billing staff, and care coordination staff. The position will work with a diverse client population in a variety of treatment approaches and settings.
Job Qualifications
1. Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy; PhD or PsyD in the mental health field.
2. Licensed in the State of Colorado is required. (Will consider another state license if it can qualify for a Colorado state license.)
3. Minimum of two years' experience preferred. Applicants will be considered if they are soon to be licensed.
4. Experience in the medical field will be a priority in the hiring process.
5. Fluency in Spanish is highly recommended.
Salary: $72,500 to $87,500 annually; DOQ, which includes $7500 geographic pay incentive based on location
Sign-On Bonus Eligible: Up to $5,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 403B retirement plan with 3% matching after 1 year of employment, 7 Paid Holidays, 124 PTO hours within the first year, Access to Employee Assistance Program, Worksite Wellness Program and much more.
Application Close Date: Until Filled
Cover Letter: Please attach a Cover Letter detailing your interest in the position.
Key Responsibilities
Perform Primary Care Behavioral Health duties including clinical assessments, crisis intervention, and brief therapy. Collaborate with medical, dental, and billing staff to provide integrated whole-person care for a diverse client population.
Requirements
Requires a Master's or Doctoral degree in counseling, social work, or a related mental health field and a Colorado state license. A minimum of two years of experience is preferred, with priority given to candidates with medical field experience and Spanish fluency.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Provider at Mountain Family Health Centers a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Psychology healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform.
Psychology Career Context
Mountain Family Health Centers holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 78/100, 8 active listings.
Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 18.8% 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 ~$80k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $78k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-life snapshot
Listing-based score
Living in Avon
- Typical market rent
- $4,375/mo≈ 72% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 21 min
- State income tax
- Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.