Mental Health Therapist II - License Preferred Saturday 7 am - 7:30 pm

WellPower - All External Jobs; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to transforming lives in the Denver community. As a Mental Health Therapist II, you will provide essential clinical assessments and treatment to individuals facing mental health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively within a clinical team, ensuring clients receive comprehensive support on their journey to recovery. With a focus on wellness and a culture that prioritizes self-care, you will thrive in an environment recognized as a top workplace. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Retirement matching

Licensure support

Team activities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work, psychology, or similar field is required.
• Minimum of three years experience in clinical social work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological evaluations and therapy to clients.
• Coordinate medication needs and maintain clinical records.

Skills

Psychotherapy methods

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Knowledge of DSM V

Trauma-informed care

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Mental Health Therapist II - License Preferred Saturday 7 am - 7:30 pm

Walk in Clinic - Denver

WellPower provides you with the support you need to help you develop a career in helping others succeed. We innovate, adapt, and leverage the diverse perspectives of the people on our team and the people we serve in everything we do.

WellPower is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, transfer, or promotion opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

You would provide direct mental health clinical assessments and treatment to individuals with mental illness. Work with others in a clinical team environment to help individuals move toward recovery.

Learn more about WellPower:

SALARY RANGE:

Mental Health Therapist II (Master's Level) - $30.05/hr

LPC/LMFT/LCSW: $36.14/hr - $36.64

Language Differential - $2.50/hr for bilingual proficiency in Spanish & ASL

WellPower is committed to fair and equitable hiring with salaries based on relevant factors, such as work experience, education, and certification/licensure (rather than wage history). Toward the principle of equal pay for equal work, we post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges. We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range.

All full-time, benefits eligible employees will be eligible for WellPower’s benefits plan. For a full description of benefit offerings, please visit: https://wellpower.org/workplace-of-choice/.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide psychological evaluations/problem identification, crisis interventions, and individual, and/or family therapy to assigned clients.
• Provide case management services to clients as needed or assigned.
• Assist clients with psychological development, social development, and rehabilitation.
• Coordinate client's use of other WellPower programs and outside community resources.
• Coordinate medication/medicinal needs of clients with psychiatrists, nurses, and other medical sources.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records consistent with WellPower standards.
• Participate in team/department meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required.
• Perform 27-10 (M-1) “mental health hold” evaluations.
• Obtain prior authorizations and coordinate referrals to appropriate higher levels of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

Master's Degree in social work, psychology, or similar field.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three years experience in clinical social work. Experience workingwith moderate to severe and persistently mentally ill populations.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of methods of psychotherapy.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately.
• Familiarity with the DSM V and diagnostic techniques.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible and on-call hours which may be required.
• Must have valid drivers license and good driving record.
• Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed care principles/practices.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:Assist with program supervision of students/volunteers as determined appropriate.

TYPICAL MENTAL DEMANDS:Ability to give, receive and analyze information, formulate work plans, prepare written materials and articulate goals and action plans. Must understand people from all walks of life and be able to communicate effectively with them.

Why Work at WellPower?
Join a workplace where purpose meets passion!

• Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of meaningful work that transforms lives and strengthens the Denver community.
• Wellness-Focused Culture: Thrive in an organization that prioritizes your self-care and well-being.
• Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly named a Top Workplace by The Denver Post for 11 consecutive years.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and retirement matching—available at just 30 hours per week.
• Competitive Pay: Our $26.72/hour minimum wage ensures fair compensation for all employees.
• Licensure Support: Free supervision for LCSWs, LPCs, and LMFTs.
• Team Activities: Connect with colleagues through fun leagues like bowling, volleyball, dragon boat racing, and more!

Tuberculosis (TB) screening, testing - TB screening and testing, is required and must be completed prior to hire ( i.e., preplacement), and maintained during employment.

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