Independent Licensed Therapist

The Recovery Village

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Palmer Lake, Colorado, US on site Until 8/22/2026 1+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

About Our Organization 

This position supports one of the trusted behavioral health programs within the Advanced Recovery Systems family. Advanced Recovery Systems is the parent organization of The Recovery Village, Promises Behavioral Health, The Right Step, and The Ranch, bringing together established treatment brands with a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, evidence-based addiction and mental health care.   

While you may work primarily with a specific facility or brand, you will be part of a larger, growing organization focused on improving patient outcomes, supporting our employees and strengthening the communities we serve. 

At The Recovery Village Palmer Lake, we believe recovery is possible for every individual facing substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges. Our accredited treatment facility provides compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

If you’re passionate about behavioral health and want to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a strong clinical team, we’d love to connect with you.

 

🗓️ Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:30am–5pm, must be able to work 1-2 weekend days every 4-6wks. On weeks where weekend days are worked, 1 day during the week will be flexed off.

Salary: up to $87,360.00 or more, depending on experience.

Perks You'll Enjoy 

  • Competitive Salary
  • Work/ Life Balance
  • Supervision provided, if needed 
  • Cohesive Team Culture, A Great Place to Advance Your Clinical Practice! 
  • Saving lives! 

💡We invest in your time—leveraging proprietary AI technology to simplify documentation and give you more time where it matters most: patient care💡

Job Duties

  • Provide individual, group, and family therapy in a residential treatment setting
  • Complete biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Facilitate group sessions and psychoeducation
  • Collaborate with medical, psychiatric, and clinical teams to support patient progress
  • Maintain timely and accurate documentation (with support from Heather AI)
  • Support discharge planning and continuity of care

 

Requirements

  • Masters’ Degree in social work, psychology, or related human services field required.
  • Minimum one (1) year of work experience in behavioral health field preferred
  • Provisionally or Independently Licensed in the State of Colorado required in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health counselor or other behavioral health-related field.
      • LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor)
      • LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
      • LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)
      • LAC (Licensed Addictions Counselor
  • Experience with substance use and/or co-occurring disorders preferred
  • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
  • CPR and BFA Certification required.

 

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO.

 

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.

#recoveryhotjobs

Benefits

  • Health, Vision, Dental, Employer-Matched 401(k) 
  • STD, LTD, and Employer Paid $50k Term Life Policy 
  • Employer Matched HSA – up to $1500 a year company contribution 
  • Employee Wellness Program – reduce employee premiums $40/mo 
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Free Teladoc services 
  • Paid Time Off 
    • Vacation 
    • Personal 
    • Holiday 
    • Sick

 

Facility Address: 

The Recovery Village Palmer Lake Drug and Alcohol Rehab, 443 CO-105, Palmer Lake, CO 80133

About this role

Summary

Provide therapy, assessments, and collaborate with clinical teams in a treatment setting.

Job title

Independent Licensed Therapist

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

behavioral health

Location requirements

Palmer Lake, Colorado; remote work not allowed

Salary

$87k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Masters’ Degree in social work, psychology, or related fieldprovisionally or independently licensed in ColoradoCPR and BFA certification

Preferred skills

substance use experienceco-occurring disordersteam-oriented mindset

Specializations

substance useco-occurring disordersfamily therapygroup therapy
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Palmer Lake, CO, USA

On-site City