Part-Time Mental Health Counselor Float

Description

Join Shiloh House, a leader in youth behavioral health and trauma-informed care
. We are hiring Mental Health Counselors to work directly with at-risk youth (ages 7–18) in a structured, team-based environment.

This is a hands-on role that 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.

• Competitive Pay: In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $21.75-$24.52 per hour
  . Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job related factors permitted by law.
• Shift Differentials
• 4 Day workweek
• Career Growth: Strong internal promotion culture and career development opportunities
• Paid Training & Mentorship: Learn from experienced staff and build real-world skills
• Full Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance + 403(b) with match
• Time off: PTO, personal leave, and overtime opportunities
• Education Support: 10% off CCU online programs
• May be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

• Flexibility: Provides a part-time schedule that can work well for candidates seeking balance with family, school, another job, or other commitments.
• Professional growth: Exposure to multiple locations helps you broaden your knowledge, develop new skills, and strengthen their résumé
• Opportunity to build relationships: Working across teams allows employees to establish a broad professional network and collaborate with a variety of colleagues.
• Less routine: The float role can be appealing to individuals who enjoy variety, change, and learning new processes.
• Opportunity to discover a good fit: Exposure to different locations can help you identify areas you may eventually want to pursue more permanently.
• Valued contribution: Float staff play an important role in maintaining continuity and supporting teams when staffing needs change.
• Transferable skills: Adaptability, communication, prioritization, and the ability to quickly integrate into new environments are highly valuable professional skills.
• Potential pathway to future opportunities: A float position can provide visibility within an organization and may create opportunities to pursue other positions as they become available.
• Meaningful work without a full-time commitment: Candidates can remain actively engaged in the organization while maintaining the benefits of a part-time schedule.

• 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 security 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

• Dependable, steady, and able to perform in a structured, fast-paced environment
• Strong judgment, situational awareness, and problem-solving abilityli>
• Ability to remain calm and professional in difficult or confrontational situations
• Comfortable with hands-on work and direct interaction with youth
• Experience in youth work, behavioral health, coaching, security, corrections, or similar roles is a plus

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

• Bachelor's Degree in related field

• Due to the short length of stay for…