Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM) Mental Health Counselor

While you work to empower Colorado youth and families, we empower you to develop your career. Join one of the most respected leaders in child advocacy services – Shiloh House. Our family like culture and specialized programs allow our staff to utilize their individual talents and contribute in ways that are both professionally and personally fulfilling. At Shiloh House you will find meaning and purpose in your work while you build your career. Our leaders are dedicated to teaching and providing you with the tools to be successful. We believe strongly in growing and developing our future leaders, providing advancement opportunities by promoting from within. In return for your dedication and contributions, you will be recognized and provided an array of competitive benefits. Come join us and serve our great community!

We are looking to fill these positions immediately with the best and brightest who are seeking opportunities for future growth and advancement! Work with unaccompanied refugee minors and take the opportunity to help make a positive impact on our 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
• ClassPass Membership
• Paid time off
• Personal leave
• Overtime
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 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:

• Commerce City

Shifts:

• Days: Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday

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.
• All other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Must have a professional mentality
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree and/or 2 years experience working with the youth
• Proficiency in both Spanish and English languages is preferred
• Must be at least 23 years of age (will consider 21 years of age)
• Must be able to pass several criminal 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.