San Luis Valley Health·Alamosa, Colorado
Provide behavioral health therapy, screenings, and crisis interventions within a multidisciplinary medical team. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, monitoring therapy effectiveness, and providing case management support for acute and chronic care.
$28.92 - $40.38
San Luis Valley Health in Alamosa, Colorado is seeking a highly motivated full-time Behavioral Health Clinician III to provide behavioral health therapy services. The provider will work closely with medical team to support patient outcomes, through screening, brief intervention, and counseling services. A Successful candidate will have a strong desire to work with a medical team, provide consultation and expertise on behavioral interventions, and enjoy a fast-paced setting, implementing cutting-edge interventions. Position offers continuing education and competitive salary and benefits.
Must be licensed in the State of Colorado.
Master's degree.
2 years' experience post-licensure preferred.
Experience working within medical setting preferred.
Must be credentialed or eligible to participate in State and Federal healthcare programs and private insurances.
Must have current CPR certification.
Knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols and in the delivery of behavioral health care.
Knowledge of how to assess patient health.
Knowledge of health promotion principles, techniques and patient learning measurements.
As the largest employer in the San Luis Valley, we commit to providing our employees with quality and affordable benefits to complement a fulfilling work experience and help balance life experiences and needs. To show our appreciation of your hard work, we offer a competitive and comprehensive total benefits package, including:
Full medical, dental and vision plans to suit the needs of you and your family, with low-cost copays and deductibles, all without high out-of-pocket expenses.
Enjoy 19 days of Paid Time Off in your first year and a generous Sick Leave program, with accruals starting on your first day!
Start saving with Retirement plans available from day one, providing up to 5% employer match after one year of employment.
Free life and disability insurance benefits for full-time employees with the opportunity to purchase additional coverage at low costs.
Add to your benefit package with a variety of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts and more.
Take care of yourself with our free on-site 24-hour employee health center, and discounts to a selection of local fitness/recreational centers.
Keep learning by utilizing our education program benefits to foster your growth and development.
Give back to the community with multiple opportunities throughout the year to volunteer with our own non-profit SLV Health Foundation and other SLV- and community-sponsored events.
Discounts on cell-phone plans, ski/snowboard lift tickets, Dell computers, local pools, Adams State University functions and more!
Your family is our family so our employees and their family members have access to our employee support services, including up to four free counseling sessions to assist with work/life solutions.
Like to learn more? Click here [https://www.sanluisvalleyhealth.org/documents/resource%20flyers/Benefit-Summary-8-25-2021.pdf] for more information on our employee benefits program!
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in counseling or social work and possess or be eligible for Colorado licensure. Clinician III positions specifically prefer two years of post-licensure experience and a background in medical settings.
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.
