Mental Health Counselor

Plottwist Hq; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Compressed Workweeks

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

New Life Unlimited is seeking a qualified mental health counselor to provide individual and group therapy for children and adolescents in Colorado Springs. The role emphasizes evidence-based methods (CBT, DBT, play therapy) and progress tracking through measurable outcomes.

The position offers mentorship, licensure support, and flexible scheduling for part-time evenings and weekends, with competitive hourly compensation and health benefits contingent on hours worked.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology (Master’s/Doctoral preferred).
• Licensed or license-eligible in Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent).
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a mental health setting.
• Knowledge of child development and behavioral interventions.
• Strong ability to build rapport, provide a safe space, and tailor interventions to individual needs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with families and support systems.
• Flexible scheduling for part-time evening and weekend sessions.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counseling to children and adolescents.
• Utilize CBT, DBT, play therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
• Assess progress and develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with families, schools, and community resources.
• Lead group therapy and psychoeducation sessions.
• Document clinical notes and monitor client outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Rapport building

Empathy

Group facilitation

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctoral in Counseling/Social Work/Psychology

Licensed or license-eligible in Colorado (LPC/LCSW/LMFT)

Job description

Join New Life Unlimited and help families build stronger, healthier futures through compassionate mental health care.

People First

Supportive supervision and a culture built around care for clients and clinicians.

Room to Grow

Mentorship, licensure support, and clear next steps in your career.

• Individual Counseling & Emotional Support:
• Provide one-on-one counseling to children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, or other mental health concerns.
• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), play therapy, and mindfulness practices, evaluated through symptom reduction and client feedback.
• Assist clients in identifying triggers, developing coping strategies, and improving emotional regulation, with progress tracked through pre-assessments and ongoing evaluations.
• Support clients in building self-esteem, improving relationships, and managing stress, measured by behavioral changes and self-reported emotional growth.
• Group Therapy & Psychoeducation:
• Facilitate therapeutic small-group sessions focused on emotional awareness, communication skills, peer relationships, and conflict resolution.
• Lead discussions on mental health topics such as coping with stress, emotional intelligence, and self-advocacy, assessed by group engagement and skill application.
• Adapt group sessions to meet participants’ evolving emotional and developmental needs, measured by participation consistency and feedback.
• Progress Monitoring & Individualized Care Plans:
• Conduct assessments and goal-setting with each client to develop personalized treatment plans, ensuring measurable emotional and behavioral improvements.
• Track progress through clinical documentation, behavior observations, and client self-reports, adjusting interventions as needed.
• Evaluate effectiveness of counseling strategies through pre- and post-session assessments, ensuring positive client outcomes.
• Family & Community Collaboration:
• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians, providing updates and guidance on supporting their child’s emotional well-being.
• Offer family-based strategies to reinforce therapy goals at home, assessed through parental feedback and observed improvements.
• Work with teachers, school counselors, and community organizations to ensure a holistic approach to client care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s Degree (interns accepted), or Doctoral Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s and Doctoral preferred).
• Licensed or license-eligible in Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a mental health setting.
• Knowledge of child development and behavioral interventions.
• Strong ability to build rapport, provide a safe space, and tailor interventions to individual needs.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with families and support systems.
• Flexible scheduling for part-time evening and weekend sessions.
• Competitive hourly compensation.
• ($30-$50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications).
• Compressed Workweeks.
• Health Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan
• All benefits and benefit levels are contingent upon hours worked.