Mental Health Counselor - Longmont - $1000 Hiring Bonus

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Longmont
  
  

$1000 Hiring Bonus!!

Join our team by 4/30/2025 and a $1,000 hiring bonus will be awarded upon successful completion of six months of continuous full-time employment, either in the originally hired position or another full-time role within the organization.

We are looking to fill these positions immediately with the best and brightest who are seeking opportunities for future growth and advancement! Work with at-risk youth ages 7 to 18 to assist them in reintegrating into the community! Take the opportunity to help make a positive impact on Colorado youth!

This entry level position is a great way to launch your career in counseling, mental health, social services, psychology, behavioral health and human services as a counselor, therapist, mental health technician, mental health therapist, mental health counselor and substance abuse counselor.

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.

Compensation is based on location/shift.

Benefits

• Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• Paid time off
• Personal leave
• Overtime
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• ClassPass - 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:

• Longmont
• Littleton
• Centennial
• Commerce City
  
  

Shifts

• Days: Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday
• Overnights: Saturday-Tuesday or Tuesday-Saturday
• 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 trainings
• 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 Bachelor’s Degree and/or 2 years experience working with the youth
• Must be at least 23 years of age (will consider 21 years of age)
• Must be able to pass several background checks
• Must hold a valid Colorado driver’s license or have the ability to obtain one
• Must meet agency MVR criteria
• Due to the short length of stay for these clients, mastery of direct care skills are a must
  
  

Please note, this position is internally referred to as a Treatment Counselor.

Posting Date: 2/13/2025

Application Window: Ongoing (Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis)