Residential Counselor
Quick answer
WellPower is hiring an in-office Residential Counselor in Denver, CO, paying $27.79-$30.12/hr, to provide direct support and clinical care for consumers in a residential behavioral health setting.
- Role
- Residential Counselor
- Organization
- WellPower
- Location
- 1920 E 13th Ave, Denver CO 80206
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $27.79 - $30.12/hr (plus language differential of $1-$2.50/hr)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
WellPower is seeking Residential Counselors to facilitate activities of daily living and provide supportive care for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The role involves managing intakes and discharges, facilitating group therapy, monitoring medications, and ensuring a safe, trauma-informed environment. Staff work within a multi-disciplinary team in a residential setting to promote consumer recovery and self-sufficiency.
What you'll do
- Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions.
- Monitor and assist consumers with activities of daily living.
- Coordinate clinical care and manage intake/discharge processes.
- Maintain household safety and respond to emergencies.
- Complete necessary clinical documentation and medication logs.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field (required for RC II).
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- One year of mental health experience preferred.
- Must hold QMAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting 50 pounds.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Robust benefits package available; details at https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice/
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at 1920 E 13th Ave, Denver, CO, requiring staff to work on-site.
What is the compensation for this role?
The pay is $27.79/hr for Residential Counselor I and $30.12/hr for Residential Counselor II, with an additional language differential of $1-$2.50/hr available.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old, hold QMAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications, and possess a Bachelor's degree in a human services field for the RC II level.
How do I apply for this job?
The posting does not specify a deadline, noting that applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis through the organization's hiring portal.
How to apply
Apply directly on WellPower's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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