Job Description
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 Why Work With Paragon? 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 Job Overview: Paragon Behavioral Health Connections is seeking a Master’s Level Clinician for Substance Use Disorder Treatment to provide Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment services within our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and conduct clinical crisis assessments as needed. This role involves delivering treatment in accordance with ASAM Level 2.1 guidelines and providing both group and individual therapy sessions. The clinician will work in or near the designated locations and travel to homes and communities of the clients we serve. Responsibilities: Conduct SUD and crisis assessments to determine the presence, nature, and extent of the client’s substance use challenges. Deliver treatment services per ASAM Level 2.1, involving 9 to 20 hours of treatment per week. Facilitate group therapy sessions. Conduct individual therapy sessions. Conduct Family sessions. Respect client autonomy in starting or stopping services at any time. Assign clients to appropriate treatment schedules and coordinate with care managers and peers for holistic support. Leverages the strengths of the client to develop skills to improve symptoms and overall wellbeing. Assists clients in improving their self-concept, social skills and awareness, healthy relationships, and educational/employment achievement. Directs the family in arranging necessary community support services, such as mental health services, public assistance, vocational training, and similar. Documents all direct and indirect contacts with the youth, their family, and community support services. Identify and recommend solutions t