Clinical Manager - Detox

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is building a bold new future in behavioral health and substance abuse services with the upcoming launch of our state-of-the-art Potomac Pavilion, opening in early 2026, and we’re hiring the leadership team that will bring this vision to life. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at the ground level as we unify several essential crisis and substance use programs under one roof, including our 24/7 Detox (Withdrawal Management) Unit, 16-bed inpatient Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU), Crisis Walk-In Center (WIC), and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders. The new Clinical Director of Crisis and Recovery Services will lead this transformative model, overseeing both acute and substance use programs, with key leadership roles open for Clinical Managers across Detox, CSU, and WIC. Be part of something extraordinary—where innovation, community impact, and leadership converge to redefine recovery and crisis care.

About the role.

We are seeking a Clinical Manager to lead our Detox Center, a 24/7 facility providing ASAM 3.2 (Social Model Detox) services for individuals experiencing acute intoxication or withdrawal from drugs and alcohol. This vital role oversees a 30-bed clinic, ensuring high-quality client care and treatment progress monitoring. The Clinical Manager will provide leadership and operational oversight, guiding a dedicated team of Shift Coordinators, Addiction Counselors, and Van Drivers in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader with exceptional people management skills, and experience in running round-the-clock programs and navigating the complexities of substance use treatment. This role requires strategic decision-making, staff development, and the ability to create a supportive and structured environment for both clients and team members. If you are passionate about making a difference in addiction recovery and thrive in a dynamic setting, we encourage you to apply!

Schedule. This is a full-time, onsite/in-person position based at our CSU, which operates 24/7. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday during standard business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM); however, flexibility is essential. The Clinical Manager is expected to adjust hours as needed to support staff working evening, overnight, and weekend shifts, and will also participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours support and ensure continuity of care across the 24/7 operation.

$7,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! + additional 12% of base pay stipend for Clinical Managers working in a 24/7 program *Sign-on Bonus not eligible for internal employees and re-hired employees within 90 days from separation.

Sign-on Bonus is based on full-time (40 hours/week). Prorated if fewer than 40 hours/week. Paid in two installments: 50% on the first paycheck, 50% on paycheck following the 6-month anniversary.

Salary for this role.

Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Fewer than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on experience and company equity.

• Licensed Psychologist: $119,392.42 - $142,355.20 per year
• Licensed Therapist: $79,809.60 - $109,220.80 per year

Bilingual Language Differential Pay. *rate depends on language requirements for the position and the candidate's fluency.

• Employees will receive scheduled earnings on a bi-weekly basis, equivalent to 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), with a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year. The annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).

Essential Functions:

• Manager Accountabilities: Lead employees, maintaining team focus and direction. Hire, provide performance feedback and coaching, and fire employees in accord with organization guidance. Monitor work schedules and receive and approve requests for time off based on work volumes and staffing schedules. Communicate with external stakeholders related to team accountability. Cascade information from sr. leadership to lower levels in alignment with organization strategy and goals. Design and implement effective group and intergroup work and communication expectations. Define and monitor group-level performance indicators. Diagnose and resolve problems within and among work groups.
• Arrange appropriate training of staff to improve clinical skills, including providing clinical supervision to therapists, and other team members as appropriate.
• Work cooperatively with all staff to provide a comprehensive range of services and ensure the smooth transition of clients from one service to another, including handling referrals and assignment of cases to therapist.
• Handle complaints from clients and community agencies in an efficient and satisfactory manner.
• Develop new services to meet unmet or underserved needs in the community.
• Ensure that clinical and fiscal paperwork and online clinical records are correctly and promptly completed.
• Interact with community agencies to improve services to clients and enhance the organization's image as a competent provider of mental health services and a committed and caring member of the community.
• Advocate for organization's services in the community and at the state level, as appropriate.
• Ensure that revenues to pay for services are documented and billable by the business office and that the funding source is known to the billing office.
• Understand and adhere to budget for program.
• Staff member will complete needed care coordination tasks for their assigned role.

Requirements:

• Master's or Doctoral degree in a license-eligible field.
• Licensure: Current Colorado licensure required: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Psychologist (PhD or PsyD). For Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Jail-Based Behavioral Health teams, a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) or higher is required. Licensure from another state is acceptable if the candidate is in the process of obtaining Colorado licensure and will receive it within six months of hire.
  Additional certifications/license required: Must hold a valid license. If licensed as an LAC, no additional certification is needed. If licensed as an LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or Psychologist, one of the following is also required: CAT, CAS, or LAC.
• Three years experience working with the population served by the clinical area of responsibility, including administrative experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Excellent knowledge of theoretical issues related to clinical treatment.
• Treatment philosophy consistent with the organization's goals.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Trained and experienced in screening, assessment and treatment of mental health and substance abuse concerns.

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values.

Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.

Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.

Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamwork

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

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