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Part-Time Mental Health Counselor Float

Shiloh House · Littleton, CO · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$21.75–$24.52/hrPart-time

About the Role

Join Shiloh House, a leader in youth behavioral health and trauma-informed care, as a Mental Health Counselor working directly with at-risk youth (ages 7–18) in a structured, team-based environment. This hands-on role requires reliability, accountability, and the ability to stay composed in high-pressure situations. You will play a direct role in maintaining safety, structure, and consistency while helping youth work through behavioral and emotional challenges.

This is a part-time float role, offering flexibility and exposure to multiple locations, which can help broaden your skills, build relationships, and identify future career opportunities within the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct supervision and structure for youth in a residential setting
  • Work closely with clinicians and educators to implement treatment and behavior plans
  • Maintain firm, consistent boundaries while supporting youth through challenges
  • Use verbal de-escalation techniques in high-stress situations
  • Conduct safety checks and monitoring (room checks, 15-minute bed checks)
  • Transport youth to school, appointments, and activities
  • Support daily operations including meal prep and light upkeep
  • Document activities and participate in team meetings and training
  • Work with youth experiencing trauma, aggression, and behavioral challenges

Requirements

  • Must be at least 23 years old (22 may be considered)
  • Meets one of the following:
    • 2 years of college (60 credits)
    • Associate’s degree
    • High school diploma + 2 years of human services experience
    • High school diploma + 30 college credits + 1 year of experience
  • Experience in youth work, behavioral health, coaching, security, corrections, or similar roles is a plus
  • Strong judgment, situational awareness, and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in difficult or confrontational situations
  • Comfortable with hands-on work and direct interaction with youth
  • Valid Colorado driver’s license (or ability to obtain one) with a clean driving record
  • Must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening, including:
    • State criminal background checks
    • Fingerprinting
    • Sex offender registry searches
    • Abuse and neglect clearances (including checks from any other states lived in within the past five years)
  • Must complete a health evaluation or physical prior to beginning service to confirm fitness for duty

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field
  • Mastery of direct care skills (due to the short length of stay for clients)

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with shift differentials
  • 4-day workweek
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid time off (PTO), personal leave, and overtime opportunities
  • Paid training and mentorship from experienced staff
  • 10% off CCU online programs
  • Eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Strong internal promotion culture and career development opportunities

Pay

The expected salary range for this Colorado position is $21.75–$24.52 per hour, adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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