ACT Care Manager - Adams/Denver County
Paragon·Lakewood, Colorado
Paragon·Lakewood, Colorado
The Care Manager provides direct behavioral health and case management services to adults and families with complex needs. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, crisis support, leading psychoeducational groups, and assisting clients with daily living activities.
ACT Care Manager - Adams/Denver County
About Paragon Behavioral Health Connections Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is a comprehensive behavioral health organization on a mission to positively impact individuals and families through compassionate, and client-centered care.
Through community based or in-home services, and digital solutions as needed, we meet clients where they are—both physically and emotionally—to provide the right support at the right time.
Serving communities across Colorado, we deliver equitable and creative “one-stop” behavioral health services—providing in-home mental health and substance use treatment, crisis stabilization, early childhood support, intensive outpatient programs, assertive community treatment, medication management, wrap around support and more.
We believe care should meet people where they are, both physically and emotionally.
Our approach is rooted in understanding, respect, innovation, and community collaboration.
Our vision is to empower individuals and families with complex needs, helping them overcome challenges, build essential skills, and access the resources necessary to achieve long-term well-being. We offer a wide range of services, including step-down care from inpatient hospitalization for youth, comprehensive support for families, and specialized treatment for youth facing depression, trauma, behavioral challenges, and family conflict.
Our adult programming includes intensive care management, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), integrated co-occurring IOP, individual and family therapy, medication management (including MAT), case management and peer support, supported employment/housing, and recovery services for mental health and substance use disorders
Statewide Reach - Deliver care where it’s needed most.
We’re not region-limited—serve communities across Colorado, including rural and frontier areas with limited access to care.
Flexibility & Work–Life Balance - Own your schedule.
Partner with families to set visit times that work for them (and you), so you can enjoy Colorado’s trails, slopes, and sunshine during off-peak hours.
Clinical Leadership & Support - Clinicians lead here.
Our executive team includes licensed providers who shape business decisions with a care-first lens.
We provide free licensure supervision and regular consultation to support your growth—at no extra cost.
Comprehensive, Company-Paid Benefits - We cover health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance—company-paid—so there are no premium deductions from your paycheck.
Keep your full salary and your peace of mind.
Career Growth Opportunities - Grow with us.
Explore new modalities and specializations—substance use treatment, co-occurring IOP, ACT, early childhood services, community-based care—and advance into leadership as we expand statewide.
This position is based in Adams/Denver County and requires traveling to client homes and within communities. The Care Manager provides direct behavioral health and case management services to adults and families with complex needs, including individuals served through ACT-informed practices. This position will also provide outpatient competency restoration education for individuals that have been deemed incompetent by the court.
Schedule Required to provide 2–3 evenings per week between 4–8 pm to support client availability. Occasional weekend or crisis coverage as needed for team coverage.
Key Responsibilities Behavioral Health Conduct brief initial behavioral health screenings to determine eligibility and treatment needs.
Crisis support: Offer immediate, non-clinical de-escalation, ensure safety, and coordinate with clinical team or crisis services.
Psychoeducational groups: Lead or co-facilitate structured groups focused on skill-building (e.g., coping skills, communication, goal setting), based on approved curriculum.
Substance use interventions: Co-facilitate or lead non-clinical groups and individual client support focused on education, relapse prevention, or targeted care management support under supervision.
Collaborate in a shared caseload model to ensure consistent care for clients across the team.
Support clients in developing and achieving treatment goals using motivational interviewing and strengths-based practices.
Offer assistance with activities of daily living, skill building, and developing home routines that foster independence and stability.
Provide individual and/or group Outpatient Restoration Services (Education and Case management) with clients that have been deemed incompetent by the Court.
Case Management Coordinate and navigate social service systems such as Medicaid/Medicare, housing supports, and Medicaid waivers.
Maintain thorough documentation of all service-related contacts.
Develop service and transition plans in collaboration with clients.
Provide community-based services in natural settings, supporting clients in real-life environments.
Apply ACT principles such as assertive engagement, integrated care, and a no-dropout approach.
Housing Assist clients with navigating housing systems, including completing applications for subsidized housing, transitional housing, or supportive housing programs. Collaborate with team members to identify barriers to housing, such as credit issues, criminal history, or lack of documentation, and develop plans to address them. Provide accompaniment to housing appointments or inspections, when necessary, to support client self-advocacy and engagement.
Education Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field (required).
Experience Minimum one year of relevant experience in behavioral health and/or case management (required). Experience working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions and/or ACT teams is strongly preferred. Experience with housing navigation is a plus Spanish-speaking/bilingual candidates preferred.
Additional Requirements Valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Must live in or near the community served.
Position Details: Job Type: Full-time, hourly paid
$26.44 – $31.25/hour (equivalent to $55,000 – $65,000 annually)
A bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of one year of relevant experience in behavioral health or case management. Experience with co-occurring conditions and housing navigation is preferred.
Market context
In Colorado, behavioral-health practicum and internship roles often draw steady interest from students preparing for licensure, especially in mental health and substance use treatment settings. These positions are competitive because employers look for candidates who are already enrolled in a qualifying master’s program, eligible for placement, and ready to learn under licensed supervision. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your program’s placement rules and tailor your application to your licensure goals.
