Community Adult Program Clinician

Paragon Behavioral Health Connections

. Provide comprehensive, person-centered therapeutic services to adults in community-based settings .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeLakewood • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing person-centered therapeutic services, including individual, family, and group therapy, while utilizing evidence-based interventions such as CBT and DBT. Maintains compliance with ethical standards and legal requirements, ensuring high-quality documentation and effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.

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Master’s Degree In Counseling, Social Work, Clinical PsychologyFully Licensed Credentials Such As LPC, LCSW, LMFTKnowledge Of DBT And CBT InterventionsStrong Written And Oral Communication SkillsMinimum 2 Years In Behavioral Health/Clinical Service

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Hard Skills

Psychiatric Diagnostic EvaluationsTreatment Plan DevelopmentCrisis InterventionEvidence-Based InterventionsDocumentation Skills

Soft Skills

Conflict Resolution SkillsTime ManagementBuilding Trust And EngagementSensitivity And AcceptanceIndependent Work Ability

Certifications & Qualifications

Preliminary Clinical LicenseProvisional Licensure Such As LPCC, LSW, LMFTC

Industry Keywords

Behavioral HealthTherapeutic ServicesHIPAA ComplianceCoping SkillsMultidisciplinary Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide comprehensive, person-centered therapeutic services to adults in community-based settings
Conduct and routinely update psychiatric diagnostic evaluations
Develop and update treatment plans tailored to client goals
Deliver individual, family, and group therapy
Use evidence-based interventions, including CBT and DBT
Provide crisis intervention as appropriate
Deliver clinically appropriate services in clients’ natural settings
Facilitate recovery-focused groups based on interest and expertise
Help clients build coping skills, improve symptoms, strengthen relationships, and enhance well-being
Support improvements in self-concept, social skills, healthy relationships, and educational/employment achievement
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, often paired with a care manager
Recommend and direct interventions and community support services
Recommend skill-building, parenting supports, and other interventions for care managers to deliver
Identify and recommend solutions to multidisciplinary team members
Submit progress summaries to referring agencies and contact agencies as appropriate
Maintain high-quality documentation, confidentiality, professional boundaries, cultural sensitivity, and compliance with ethical and legal requirements
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Clinical Psychology, or related field (required)
Within one month of employment must obtain a preliminary clinical license
Provisional licensure such as LPCC, LSW, or LMFTC
Fully licensed credentials such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT
All licenses must stay up to date and valid during employment
Minimum 2 years in behavioral health/clinical service preferred
Bilingual Spanish preferred, depending on location
Valid driver’s license
Auto insurance
Willingness to travel to homes/communities
Requires living in or near the location of the posting
Knowledge and experience utilizing DBT and CBT interventions
Strong written and oral communication skills via phone and face-to-face
Strong documentation skills for assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes
Understanding of HIPAA, protected health information, and confidentiality
Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, prioritize assignments, and manage time effectively
Strong conflict resolution skills
Commitment to building trust and engagement with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds
Rational decision-making skills
Sensitivity and acceptance of individual experiences
Knowledge of parenting skills and childhood developmental stages
Required availability for 2–3 evenings per week (4–7pm) or 3–4 weekend hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-paid health insurance
Company-paid dental insurance
Company-paid vision insurance
Company-paid short-term disability insurance
Company-paid long-term disability insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Flexible work hours
Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development support
Licensure supervision
Regular clinical consultation
Career growth opportunities
Referral bonuses