BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I

Psychologist

Listed compensation

$60k-$63k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Pueblo, CO 81008Salary Range: $60,000.00 - $62,500.00 SalaryHIRING BONUS A hiring bonus of $500 will be paid on the first check, and an additional $4,500 will be paid upon successful completion of the EIRP period. This bonus is available exclusively for external candidates.

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 others' lives.

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, welcoming environment to everyone who walks through our doors.

We are seeking a compassionate, dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Clinician I. This role provides counseling services to individuals using a combination of therapeutic and recreational interventions.

All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, along with a comprehensive background check and a TB test. This position involves working at the facility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Conduct patient assessments and gather all necessary information to determine the appropriate level of care. Conduct groups, family, and individual counseling sessions and potentially lead psycho-educational or family groups. Administering assessments to evaluate patient needs.

Complete documentation promptly in accordance with CTP clinical procedures. Regularly report patient progress to the supervisor. Coordinate and refer patients to community-based supportive services to supplement their treatment and counseling.

Must travel to outlying sites to provide training and treatment to the patient. May maintain an OTP caseload and conduct annual updates, including CO Client Assessment Record (CCAR), Drug/Alcohol Coordinated Data System (DACODS), and other relevant assessments.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Education: HS Diploma or BA with a CAS Certification. and/or Master’s degree in sociology or a related field. Must obtain CAS certification within 18 months of the hire date. Experience: Minimum of two (2) years working in the behavioral health field.

Prior experience in substance misuse treatment and expertise in trauma. Demonstrated experience working with interdisciplinary teams. Other: Familiarity with the ASAM level-of-care criteria is preferred but not mandatory. Solid communication skills.

Proficiency in computer skills, including electronic records, is 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, sit, and drive.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. WORK ENVIRONMENT: A combination of office and clinical settings with a high degree of patient interaction. 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: April 9, 2026, or open until filled Salary: Behavioral Health Clinician I / $60,000 - $62,500 Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Responsibilities

This role involves conducting patient assessments to determine the appropriate level of care and providing counseling services through individual, family, and group sessions using therapeutic and recreational interventions. Responsibilities also include completing timely documentation, reporting patient progress, and coordinating referrals to community-based supportive services.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a minimum of two years of experience in the behavioral health field, preferably with expertise in substance misuse treatment and trauma, along with a high school diploma or BA and the requirement to obtain CAS certification within 18 months. Essential requirements include valid driver's license, insurability, proficiency in electronic records, and the ability to pass pre-employment screening including a drug test.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Therapeutic InterventionsPatient Progress ReportingCommunity-Based ReferralsOTP Caseload ManagementASAM CriteriaComputer Proficiency

Mental Health Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 38% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

In Colorado, the Mental Health Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$73k (29 salary observations; 49 listings), vs ~$78k nationally (179 salary observations; 701 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-05-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $58k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through May 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINICIAN I at CROSSROADS TURNING POINTS a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Psychologist roles — ranked against 2,024 active Psychologist roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

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About Crossroads Turning Points

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Pueblo, Colorado
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Administrative Holidays
Career Advancement
401(k) Plan With Employer Match