Mental Health Therapist

Job Details Job Location : Catholic Charities Smith - Denver, CO Position Type : Full-Time / Part-Time Education Level : 4 Year Degree Salary Range : $55,000.

00 - $65,000.00 Salary / year Travel Percentage : Up to 25% Job Shift : Day Description

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Mental Health Therapist

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving NorthernColorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries : Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services,Catholic Charities Housing, St.

Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.

Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths;

as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION :

Provides clinical assessment / problem identification, crisis intervention, individual, family, and group therapy, and case management in our Marisol Counseling Program.

• Provides professional counseling to adults, adolescents and children and families.
• Performs assessment, diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning and case disposition.
• Provides ongoing therapy in a variety of locations to meet client’s needs.
• Acts as an advocate for clients and / or client systems when appropriate.
• Performs appropriate case management.
• Documents client contacts and progress in accordance with accepted charting standards.
• Provides appropriate information and referral services to clients.
• Participates in clinical and agency supervision, consultation and staff training as required.
• Provides education, training and / or planning in mental health human service issues as appropriate.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
• Monitors, tracks and reports mental health services accurately and timely
• Effectively utilizes community mental health resources
• Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.
• Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Qualifications

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree (MA / MS) from accredited four-year college or university; and one to three years related experience and / or training;

or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be license eligible. Supervision towards licensure provided

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must have LPC, LCSW or equivalent or be licensed eligible.
• Valid driver’s license proof of insurance and reliable transportation.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary : Starting at $55,000 / Salary per year with increases commensurate with experience & education.

Schedule : Dependent on location, Center is open 7 : 30am-5 : 30pm, Monday through Friday.

Training : We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes : De-escalation & Safety;

Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits : In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including :

• Extensive Paid Time Off including 15Paid Holidays annually (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing yearly) promoting work life balance.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date for full time employees.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.

org / careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace.

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law.

Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background).

Unlawful discrimination and / or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

EEO / AA