Mental Health Counselor - Denver (Copy)
Job Details
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Littleton, CO
Compensation:
In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $21.50-$26.75 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job related factors permitted by law.
Benefits:
Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness
403(b) retirement plan with match
Paid time off and personal leave
Mileage reimbursement
Employee assistance program
ClassPass Membership - A wellness benefit providing access to a variety of fitness classes, gyms, and wellness experiences to support your health and well-being
10% off tuition at CCU for their online programs
Growth opportunities are available throughout the agency as we love to promote from within!
Campus Locations:
Littleton
Longmont
Shifts:
Overnights: Saturday-Tuesday
Days: Sunday-Wednesday
Part time float positions are also available (will require travel to all locations)
Responsibilities:
Work with MA level Clinicians and Special Education Teachers on a daily basis
Collaborate within the framework of the client's treatment team in the completion of instructional activities and behavior management
Implement treatment plans and individualized education plans in an appropriate manner as directed by the client's clinician and teacher
Implement and maintain structure within the program and create/follow a routine
Provide intensive supervision, documentation, and organization
Utilize strong verbal de-escalation and positive strong boundaries
Basic meal preparation and light housekeeping
Conduct daily room inspections and15-minute bed checks with a focus on safety and security
Transport clients to and from school, activities, appointments, etc.
Attend treatment team and required training
Responsible for working with youth who have emotional and behavioral issues resulting from trauma and neglect, and who display verbal and physical aggression
Requirements:
Must have a professional mentality
Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with a clean motor vehicle record
Due to the short length of stay for these clients, mastery of direct care skills are a must
Applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening as a condition of employment, in accordance with Colorado Department of Human Services regulations for child care facilities. This screening includes state criminal background checks, fingerprinting, sex offender registry searches, and abuse and neglect clearances. If the applicant has lived in any other state within the past five years, equivalent background and abuse/neglect checks from those states will also be conducted. In addition, all direct care applicants are required to complete a health evaluation or physical prior to beginning service to confirm they are fit for duty.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must be at least 23 years of age (will consider 22 years of age) and meet one of the following educational and experience requirements:
Two (2) years of college education (equivalent to 60 semester credits); OR
An Associate’s degree; OR
A high school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of experience in the human services field; OR
A high school diploma or equivalent, plus 30 college semester credits, and at least one (1) year of experience in the human services field
Preferred Qualification:
Bachelor's Degree in related field
Please note, this position is internally referred to as an Overnight Treatment Counselor.
Posting Date: 7/21/2025
Application Window: Ongoing (Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis)