Overnight Mental Health Counselor - Littleton

Overnight Mental Health Counselor - Littleton

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $23.00-$28.75 per hour
. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. Compensation is based on location/shift.

• Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• Paid time off and personal leave
• Employee assistance program
• Class Pass Membership – 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
• May be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
• Growth opportunities are available throughout the agency as we love to promote from within!

Littleton

Frontend Nights:
Saturday – Tuesday

• Saturday (9:45 PM – 9:00 AM)
• Sunday (9:45 PM – 9:00 AM)
• Monday (9:45 PM – 9:00 AM)
• Tuesday (9:45 PM – 4:00 AM) ALTERNATING EVERY WEEK (4:00 AM – 9:00 AM)

• Remain alert and awake at all times
• 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 and 15‑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
• Document incidents, shift summaries, behaviors and any other necessary items.
• 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

• Must have a professional mentality
• Must be able to pass several background checks
• Must have a valid Colorado driver’s license or the ability to obtain one with a clean motor vehicle record
• Must be willing to pass FBI fingerprint & child abuse database background checks
• Due to the short length of stay for these clients, mastery of direct care skills are a must

Applicants must be at least 23 years of age (will consider 22 years of age) and meet one of the following educational and experience requirements:

• Two (2) years of college education (equivalent to 60 semester credits); OR
• A high school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of experience in the human services field; OR
• A high school diploma or equivalent, plus 30 college semester credits, and at least one (1) year of experience in the human services field

Bachelor's Degree in related field

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

Posting Date: 2/19/2026

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