Residential Therapist (LPC, LCSW) - AIM Health

Ignitus Recovery
AIM Health, Boulder
Behavioral Health | Substance Use & Mental Health

Location: Boulder, CO
Type: Full-Time, W-2
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 2-3 evening groups per week.
Compensation: $65,000-90,000 (commensurate with licensure and experience)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Ignitus Recovery is a growing behavioral health organization providing residential and outpatient treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders at Cherry Hills Recovery and AIM Health in Boulder. This role offers a unique opportunity to help build an exceptional residential treatment program at AIM Health, Boulder focused on treating young adults struggling with substance use disorders and mental health conditions.

The clinician provides client-centered clinical services for residential (RTC)and partial hospitalization (PHP) levels of care. This role is responsible for assessments, treatment planning, individual and group therapy, documentation, and coordination of care using a recovery oriented system of care in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and evidence-based approach. Clinicians work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support client safety, engagement, and long-term recovery outcomes. This role also supports creating a supporting millieu, coaching the BHT staff and supporting client de-escalation.

You will be invested in, supported, and trained by a committed leadership team that values integrity, collaboration, and long-term impact over short-term sales tactics.

WHY THIS ROLE IS DIFFERENT

• Be a part of building something unique
• Work alongside experienced, mission-driven clinicians
• Receive leadership support, clinical collaboration, and professional development
• Make a meaningful impact across multiple phases of treatment and recover

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete biopsychosocial assessments, risk screenings, and ASAM-aligned clinical evaluations
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans based on client progress and clinical need
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy focused on recovery, safety, and skill development
• Facilitate scheduled clinical programming and maintain accurate attendance records
• Complete all clinical documentation in the EHR/EMR within required timeframes and regulatory standards
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and coordinate care with internal and external providers
• Support discharge planning, aftercare recommendations, and continuity of care across levels of service
• Maintain a therapeutic environment that is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and client-empowering

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a behavioral health–related field
• LPCC, LPC, LSW, LCSW, LMFT, and or CAS
• Experience providing therapy in residential and/or outpatient SUD or co-occurring settings
• Knowledge of ASAM criteria, clinical documentation standards, and client safety practices
• Proficiency with EHR/EMR systems

Preferred:

• Strong interpersonal and crisis-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team.
• CPR/First Aid certification and other state-required credentials
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) skills