Part-Time Licensed Therapist

Part-Time Licensed Therapist Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) 

Type: Part-time employee, non-exempt (15–25 hrs/week) 

Location: Denver, CO; mix of in-person and telehealth expected 

Compensation: $35–$40/hour + paid time off and training reimbursement

Schedule: Primarily in-person with some remote work options. In-person services provided at our Clinic during business hours (M-F 9am-5pm); some options for telehealth provision for clients with digital access both during and outside of regular business hours; attend required meetings 

Reports to: Clinic Team Lead 

About the Role 

We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled clinician who’s ready to join a small but mighty team at Heartland Mental Health. This is a role for someone who values authentic relationships, believes in the power of recovery, and thrives in an environment where collaboration and equity are at the core of everything we do. 

You’ll provide direct therapy services and support people in navigating resources, whether that’s helping with housing applications, connecting them to community support, or coordinating with other providers to ensure needs beyond therapy are met. This is hands on work that blends clinical expertise with practical, person-centered problem-solving.

About Heartland 

We’re a community mental health center serving adults in the Capitol Hill area of Denver. Our clinic and drop-in center use trauma-informed and recovery-oriented practices to support members experiencing severe and persistent mental illness. 

At Heartland, we value authenticity, empowerment, community, and care, not just in how we serve clients, but in how we support each other. 

Core Responsibilities 
Direct Clinical Services & Case Management 

• Provide clinical screenings, intake assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for adults with severe and persistent mental illness using evidence-based approaches. 

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, grounded in their goals and strengths. 

• Carry a manageable caseload of 35–40 adults, maintaining high-quality, person-centered care. 

• Offer individual and group therapy that supports recovery, self-advocacy, and community connection. 

• Provide case management and resource navigation to address needs beyond therapy, including housing, benefits, medical care, and other supportive services. 

Coordination & Collaboration 

• Work closely with the Clinic Team Lead, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, and other team members to ensure integrated care. 

• Actively connect clients with community resources and other Heartland programs to support whole-person wellbeing. 

• Consult with external providers for coordination of services and continuity of care. 

Crisis Response 

• Identify urgent mental health conditions and intervene using trauma-informed de escalation strategies. 

• Make appropriate referrals to emergency or psychiatric treatment facilities when necessary. 

Supervision & Program Development 

• Provide clinical supervision to master’s level intern(s) and participate in intern recruitment, training, and evaluation. 

• Collaborate with the Clinic Team Lead to support program goals and development. Documentation & Compliance 

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation for all services, assessments, and treatment goals in compliance with medical record standards. 

• Track billing information and ensure adherence to all state, federal, and Heartland policies. 

What You Bring to the Role – Must-Haves

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or psychology. 

• Current Colorado licensure as an LCSW or LPC in good standing. 

• Minimum 1 year of outpatient mental health experience; 1–3 years preferred. 

• Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness. 

• Knowledge of behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness. 

• Knowledge of trauma-informed principles and practices.

• Experience providing both individual and group therapy. 

• Skill in establishing and maintaining productive relationships with clients and their support systems. 

• Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Ability to work independently, self-direct, and adapt to shifting needs. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Tebra or other EHR systems 

• Valid Colorado driver’s license and clean driving record. 

Nice-to-Haves (But Not Dealbreakers)

• Familiarity with Medicaid billing (not required - we'll train you) 

• Bilingual in Spanish/English 

• Prior experience working in community mental health, harm reduction, or with uninsured/underinsured clients 

• Knowledge of local mental health resources and systems. 

To Apply 

Send your resume and a short cover letter to careers@heartlandmh.org. In your cover letter, please share a bit about your values, therapeutic approach, and what excites you about providing therapy in a community mental health setting like Heartland. 

We especially encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health challenges, BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ therapists, and those committed to equity and healing justice to apply.