Psychiatric Clinician

Psychiatric Clinician – IOP Program (PMHNP, MD, DO – Fully Licensed Only)

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Reports To: Medical Director or Clinical Director

Classification: Full-Time /Employee

Compensation: Starting at $249,600/yr

POSITION SUMMARY

The Psychiatric Clinician (PMHNP, MD, or DO) provides psychiatric and medication management services within a peer-integrated Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This fully licensed role is essential to supporting client stabilization and recovery, in close collaboration with non-clinical peer staff and licensed behavioral health clinicians. We are seeking individuals who bring deep knowledge of harm reduction practices, a commitment to trauma-informed care, and experience working with underserved populations. This position is not an on-call role and offers flexible hours within a collaborative, community-based environment.

ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provide psychiatric evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment planning in accordance with DSM-5 criteria.

· Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications as appropriate to support mental health and substance use recovery.

· Collaborate with peer recovery coaches and licensed clinicians to ensure integrated, person-centered care.

· Provide medication education, harm reduction strategies, and health counseling to clients and their support networks.

· Document services accurately in compliance with HCPF, BHA, and agency requirements.

· Consult with the interdisciplinary team and participate in case review meetings.

· Support coordination of care with external providers, hospitals, and managed care organizations.

· Uphold ethical, legal, and medical standards established by DORA, DEA, and relevant medical boards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

· Active and unrestricted Colorado license as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Psychiatrist (MD), or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO).

· DEA registration with the ability to prescribe controlled substances in Colorado.

· Credentialed or eligible for credentialing with CCHA and CO ACCESS for Medicaid billing.

· Experience working in community behavioral health or substance use treatment settings.

· Proficiency in trauma-informed care and harm reduction strategies.

· Clear background check and compliance with all agency onboarding requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience working in interdisciplinary or peer-integrated treatment models.

· Experience treating co-occurring disorders and working with justice-involved or medically underserved populations.

· Familiarity with Medicaid documentation standards and behavioral health EHR systems.

· Multilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply—especially speakers of Afghani languages (e.g., Dari, Pashto) and Spanish.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is embedded in a recovery-oriented, harm reduction-based, and peer-led community organization. Psychiatric clinicians are expected to operate with cultural humility, clinical precision, and shared decision-making alongside our interdisciplinary team. We foster a supportive work environment with flexibility and collaboration at its core.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $249,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Colorado Springs, CO 80909