Job Description

Behavioral Health Therapist-First Episode Psychosis (FEP) and Outpatient

Salary Range:

• Master's Level: $58,011 - $81,224 annually based on relevant years of experience
• Master's Licensed: $66,040 - $92,394 annually based on relevant years of experience
• Location: Fort Collins, Colorado
• Status: 40 Hours per week

The salary range for this position is SummitStone’s good faith belief and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this position at the time of the posting. SummitStone may ultimately offer more or less than the posted range. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including the applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves.

Role Overview:

The First Episode Psychosis and Outpatient Clinician provides assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic services to individuals experiencing behavioral health concerns. This shared position serves youth and young adults experiencing first episode psychosis through the Ascent program and individuals receiving traditional outpatient services.

As a member of Ascent’s multidisciplinary Coordinated Specialty Care team, the clinician provides individualized, recovery-oriented treatment that supports symptom management, family engagement, relationships, and participation in school, employment, and community life. The clinician also maintains an outpatient caseload, providing treatment for mental health and co-occurring substance use concerns.

Essential Duties:

• Complete clinical assessments and contribute to determining treatment needs and appropriateness for Ascent services.
• Provide individual and family therapy, psychoeducation, and group services as indicated.
• Develop collaborative treatment plans that reflect each participant’s strengths, preferences, developmental needs, and recovery goals.
• Support engagement through outreach, relationship building, and coordination with participants and their identified supports.
• Collaborate with psychiatric providers, case management, supported employment and education services, peer support, and other team members.
• Involve families and other natural supports with appropriate consent.
• Participate in team meetings, treatment reviews, specialized training, and activities supporting fidelity to the Coordinated Specialty Care model.
• Coordinate transitions between Ascent, outpatient services, and other levels of care.
• Facilitate referrals and transitions based on clinical needs.
• Assess and respond to clinical risk, develop collaborative safety plans, and coordinate crisis support when needed
• Provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, person-centered care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation consistent with organizational requirements.
• Participate in supervision, consultation, and professional development.
• Manage scheduling and caseload responsibilities to support access, continuity of care, and productivity expectations.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow professional ethical standards and organizational policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychology, or related behavioral health field.
• Applicable professional registration or credentials necessary to practice in the role.
• Ability to complete clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide therapeutic services.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and documentation skills.
• Commitment to recovery-oriented, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensure (LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent). Candidates working toward licensure are encouraged to apply.
• One to three years of relevant clinical experience.
• Experience working with adolescents, young adults, families, or individuals experiencing psychosis.
• Experience treating mental health and co-occurring substance use concerns.
• Familiarity with Coordinated Specialty Care, early psychosis intervention, and cognitive behavioral approaches for psychosis.
• Bilingual/bi-cultural.

Some positions include driving a company vehicle and require a valid Colorado driver’s license.

SummitStone will take into consideration a combination of an applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves. The position posting describes the minimum and preferred qualifications for position and, beyond those, the candidate is responsible for making a compelling case in support of their application.

Total Rewards

At SummitStone Health Partners, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Eligibility and pro-rated benefit levels are based on FTE (full-time equivalent) status.

Below are some of the benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage — including options for eligible dependents
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Short-term and long-term disability insurances
• Paid time off (PTO): Accrued vacation and personal leave based on FTE status and length of service
• Paid Sick Leave: Provided in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA)
• A range of voluntary benefits available to all employees
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions

Health & Safety Requirement

All employees are required to receive an annual flu vaccination or have an approved exemption in place and wear a mask during flu season

Reach Out

SummitStone will provide persons with disabilities with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or selection process, please let your recruiter know.

Questions? Please email us at hiring@summitstonehealth.org.

This position will be open for a minimum of three days and/or until a top candidate is identified.