Residential Counselor
Quick answer
WellPower is hiring an in-office Residential Counselor in Aurora, CO, paying $27.79-$30.12/hour to facilitate clinical care, support daily living activities, and provide therapy for individuals with severe mental illness.
- Role
- Residential Counselor
- Organization
- WellPower
- Location
- 1455 Beeler St, Aurora
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $27.79/hour (RC I) or $30.12/hour (RC II), plus a $1-$2.50/hr bilingual differential.
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
WellPower is seeking Residential Counselors to facilitate daily living activities and group therapy for individuals with severe mental illness. This role involves managing intakes and discharges, monitoring medications, and providing essential clinical support within a multi-disciplinary team. Counselors ensure a safe environment while advocating for the recovery and integration of consumers into the community.
What you'll do
- Facilitate group therapy and provide individual supportive psychotherapy.
- Train and support consumers in activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Maintain clinical documentation including daily logs and medication records.
- Coordinate care with internal and external case management services.
- Respond to building and consumer emergencies to ensure safety.
What it takes
- Currently enrolled in or possess a Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or related field.
- At least one year of mental health experience preferred.
- Must be at least 20 years of age.
- Must obtain or hold QMAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
- Ability to complete pre-hire physical and TB screening.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive benefits available; please visit https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice for a full overview.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at 1455 Beeler St in Aurora.
What is the compensation for this role?
Compensation is $27.79/hour for those currently seeking a degree and $30.12/hour for those with a Bachelor's degree, with additional pay for bilingual proficiency.
What are the core educational requirements?
Candidates must be either actively enrolled in a Bachelor's program in a relevant field or already hold a Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or human services.
Are there specific certifications required prior to hire?
Yes, candidates must obtain QMAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications, and successfully complete a pre-hire physical and TB screening.
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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