Residential Counselor
Quick answer
WellPower is hiring an in-office Residential Counselor in Denver, CO, paying $27.79-$30.12/hr to provide clinical care and support for individuals with persistent mental illness.
- Role
- Residential Counselor
- Organization
- WellPower
- Location
- 2829 W 33rd Ave, Denver CO
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $27.79/hr - $30.12/hr
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
WellPower is seeking Residential Counselors to facilitate activities of daily living and behavioral health support for consumers in a residential setting. Responsibilities include facilitating group therapy, managing intakes and discharges, monitoring medications, and ensuring household safety. Counselors work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to advocate for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The role requires physical activity and the ability to respond to emergencies in a trauma-informed environment.
What you'll do
- Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions
- Train consumers in activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Manage consumer intake and discharge processes
- Document clinical interactions and maintain medication records
- Coordinate clinical care with internal and external partners
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or human services (or pursuing for RC I)
- At least one year of mental health experience preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- QMAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting 50 pounds
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Robust benefits package available; details provided at https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice/
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office role located at 2829 W 33rd Ave, Denver, CO, requiring physical presence to manage household safety and resident needs.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is $27.79/hr for RC I and $30.12/hr for RC II, with candidates typically placed near the midpoint based on experience.
What are the core educational requirements?
RC II requires a Bachelor's degree in a human services field, while RC I may be held by someone currently pursuing such a degree or holding relevant certifications like C.N.A.
What is the expected work schedule?
The position involves shift work, specifically Wednesday through Friday, 8am-8pm, and may include weekend hours.
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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