Independently Licensed Therapist

About the role

Guidelight Health is a newly launched behavioral healthcare company delivering PHP and IOP services. We are building a team of passionate professionals to help redefine mental health care through exceptional, evidence-based treatment in state-of-the-art facilities. This role reports to the Executive Director and is 100% onsite at our Cherry Creek location.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological and biopsychosocial assessments and evaluations to determine clients’ needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including individual, group, and family therapy.
• Monitor and document clients’ progress and adjust treatment plans to create a cohesive case conceptualization.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, medical doctors, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive, continuous care.
• Complete suicide risk assessments within identified time frames with appropriate thoroughness and scoring, consulting with clinical leaders as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews to determine length of stay and level of care.
• Assess and identify community resources to support clients during treatment and aftercare planning.
• Adhere to all standardized group curriculum and treatment planning protocols.
• Educate clients and families about mental health and behavioral issues while building supportive, trusting relationships.
• Arrive prepared for weekly clinical supervision with relevant client updates, case formulations, and questions.
• Adhere to confidentiality and ethical guidelines as outlined by professional standards and laws.
• Stay updated on the latest research and developments in behavioral therapy and mental health.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Valid independent state licensure in Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT).
• Experience in behavioral therapy and counseling.
• Willingness to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians if eligible under state regulations and licensure status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant PHP/IOP experience.
• Group facilitation experience.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HealthJoy unlimited therapy, UHC wellness program, HSA/FSA options, and pet insurance.
• Time Off: Responsible PTO policy allowing employees to take time as needed while ensuring continuity of care and team collaboration.
• 401(k): With company match.
• Licensing: All licensing fees covered, including opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable.
• Professional Development: Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs.
• Clinical Supervision & Growth: Pre-licensed clinicians receive structured supervision toward licensure; all clinicians benefit from best-in-class supervision grounded in our PHP/IOP curriculum.

Pay

$80,000 – $93,000 USD annually.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm, 100% onsite at the Cherry Creek location. Position involves working with both adolescents and adults in PHP/IOP.