Virtual Per Diem Therapist

Title: Colorado Virtual Per Diem Therapist (Days) 

Reports to: Director of Telehealth 

Department/Location: Remote (MST)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Requirements:

• Licensure: Must be independently licensed as a therapist in the state of Colorado (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT).
  • Three years of post-independent licensure experience is highly preferred.
• Group Therapy: Experience providing Group Therapy is required. Virtual Group Therapy highly preferred. 
• Setting: Experience working in IOP/PHP settings is preferred.

Schedule:

• Per Diem Expectations: Day shift Per Diem Therapists are expected to work a minimum of 8 hours per month, and will not exceed 10 hours per week. PRN day shifts schedule fall between 8:00am-4:30pm MST and are scheduled based on coverage needs. Primary responsibilities will include providing coverage for group therapy; however, there may be occasions when individual client support is needed based on client needs and clinical presentation.

Role Summary:  

Virtual Therapists are responsible for providing high-quality care and therapeutic services to individuals dealing with various behavioral issues. The therapist will use telehealth to facilitate 1:1 and group therapy, develop and implement treatment plans, conduct assessments, and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver effective behavioral health interventions.  Guidelight is committed to the professional growth and development of therapists and provides free clinical supervision hours to support clinicians. 

Role Summary:  

Virtual Therapists are responsible for providing high-quality care and therapeutic services to individuals dealing with various behavioral issues. The therapist will use telehealth to facilitate 1:1 and group therapy, develop and implement treatment plans, conduct assessments, and work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver effective behavioral health interventions.  Guidelight is committed to the professional growth and development of therapists and provides free clinical supervision hours to support clinicians. 

Role Responsibilities/Competencies: 

• 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 other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and medical doctors, to provide comprehensive and continuity of care.  

• Completes suicide risk assessment within identified time frames and with appropriate thoroughness and scoring while consulting with clinical leaders. 

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews determining length of stay and level of care.  

• Assess and identify community resources based on clients needs during treatment/ aftercare planning. 

• Adhere to all standardized Group Curriculum and Treatment Planning. 

• Educate clients and their families about mental health and behavioral issues while building supportive and trusting relationships  

• Comes prepared to weekly clinical supervision with relevant client updates, case formulations, and questions to support high-quality care. 

• Adhere to all 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.  

• Identify with Guidelight Health’s Mission, Vision and Values 

Required Qualifications 

• A master's degree in psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field. 

• Valid Colorado independent licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) 

• Willingness and ability to obtain additional state licenses, as requested

• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, must be willing to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians as part of Guidelight’s supervision program. This includes actively supporting the development of associate licensed professionals in accordance with organizational standards and state-specific supervisory requirements.

• Demonstrated experience providing behavioral therapy, counseling and group therapy. 

• Ability to manage clients effectively in virtual settings, including adapting interventions to a telehealth environment. 

• Comfort and competence with technology, including navigating HIPAA-compliant video platforms, EMRs, and virtual collaboration tools. 

• Strong engagement skills in a virtual space (ability to build rapport, maintain group cohesion, and intervene effectively when clients disengage).