Mental Health Jobs in Colorado
Mental health jobs in Colorado are in strong and sustained demand, concentrated in community behavioral health centers, hospital systems, school districts, and state-funded human services agencies, with openings at every level from entry-level case managers to licensed clinical directors. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins account for the largest share of hiring, with anchored employers including UCHealth, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), and Jefferson Center for Mental Health active across the Front Range. The most consistently sought specialties are substance use counseling, crisis intervention, and school-based mental health services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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website: centennialpeaks.com
The Mental Health Tech (MHT), creates a safe environment for patients, observe and record patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the nursing team, saves lives when necessary, provides hope, empowers patients, and teaches new tools for coping to patients. Primary responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention, individual/family education groups and activities of daily living. This role provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Employees of Centennial Peaks Hospital are committed to making every interaction with our guests a positive experience through our dedication to Service Excellence. We are looking for dynamic individuals who will embrace the opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve!
Shift Hours: Full-Time, 32 hours per week.
This position is eligible for our generous shift differentials: Weekend Day (Sat-Sun) $2/hr, Evening (Mon-Thurs) $3.25/hr, Weekend Evening (Fri-Sun) $5.00/hr, Night (Mon-Thurs) $5.00/hr, Weekend Night (Fri-Sun) $7.00/hr. *must work three and a half hours (3.5 hours) into a shift to qualify for shift differential.
Benefit & Reward Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Basic life and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Student Loan Assistance
- Tuition Assistance
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Accident and Critical illness Insurance
- Company-wide Discount Program
- Pet Insurance
- On-site cafeteria
- Hot meals for purchase at discounted prices
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: UHS Benefits Service Center (ehr.com)
About Universal Health Services
- High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One-year experience working with a psychiatric patient population preferred.
- Knowledge of psychiatric group processes, therapeutic relationships processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting and behavior management, crisis management with aggressive behaviors, and CPR training preferred or ability to learn.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Salary: Starting from $17.00 to $22.18 an hourwebsite: centennialpeaks.com
The Mental Health Tech (MHT), creates a safe environment for patients, observe and record patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the nursing team, saves lives when necessary, provides hope, empowers patients, and teaches new tools for coping to patients. Primary responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention, individual/family education groups and activities of daily living. This role provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Employees of Centennial Peaks Hospital are committed to making every interaction with our guests a positive experience through our dedication to Service Excellence. We are looking for dynamic individuals who will embrace the opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve!
Shift Hours: Full-Time, 32 hours per week.
This position is eligible for our generous shift differentials: Weekend Day (Sat-Sun) $2/hr, Evening (Mon-Thurs) $3.25/hr, Weekend Evening (Fri-Sun) $5.00/hr, Night (Mon-Thurs) $5.00/hr, Weekend Night (Fri-Sun) $7.00/hr. *must work three and a half hours (3.5 hours) into a shift to qualify for shift differential.
Benefit & Reward Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Basic life and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Student Loan Assistance
- Tuition Assistance
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Accident and Critical illness Insurance
- Company-wide Discount Program
- Pet Insurance
- On-site cafeteria
- Hot meals for purchase at discounted prices
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: UHS Benefits Service Center (ehr.com)
About Universal Health Services
- High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- One-year experience working with a psychiatric patient population preferred.
- Knowledge of psychiatric group processes, therapeutic relationships processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting and behavior management, crisis management with aggressive behaviors, and CPR training preferred or ability to learn.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Colorado.
- Active Colorado license such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or LAC issued by DORA
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related field
- Experience conducting diagnostic assessments using DSM-5 criteria
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Credible or Netsmart
- Ability to meet Colorado Medicaid billing and documentation standards
- Current CPR certification and ability to pass a Colorado background check
Mental Health Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Colorado?
Most clinical mental health roles in Colorado require a master's degree followed by licensure through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, known as DORA. Depending on your specialty, you would pursue the Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Addiction Counselor credential. Each pathway involves supervised post-graduate hours and a state-recognized exam before full licensure is granted.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring mental healths in Colorado include State of Colorado, LifeStance Health, and Family Care Center, PLLC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Colorado's network of community mental health centers, which are funded partly through the state's behavioral health system, adds a consistent layer of public-sector hiring alongside hospital systems and private group practices.
Which Colorado cities have the most mental health jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Greeley have the most mental health openings in Colorado. Denver dominates because of its concentration of hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and state agency offices, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins draw volume from their own regional medical centers, veteran services programs, and growing university-affiliated counseling needs.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields. About 62% of mental health openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting telehealth growth since the state expanded its remote behavioral health practice rules. Roles most likely to be fully remote include outpatient therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis line counseling, while community case management and school-based positions almost always require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a behavioral health technician or mental health associate role, which Colorado community mental health centers and inpatient facilities regularly fill without requiring full licensure. Employers such as Diversus Health and Mind Springs Health run supervised training structures for post-graduate candidates working toward their LPC or LCSW hours. A registered psychotherapist credential through DORA, which has no supervised-hours requirement for registration, can help candidates begin seeing clients while accumulating the experience needed for full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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