Overnight Mental Health Counselor

Shiloh House; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Workweek

Full Benefits: Health, dental, vision,

403(b) with match

PTO & personal leave

Education support: 10% off CCU online

Job summary

Shiloh House in Longmont, Colorado is seeking Mental Health Counselors for a hands-on, residential role with at-risk youth ages 7–18. You will supervise youth, implement treatment plans, and collaborate with clinicians in a structured team setting to maintain safety and consistency.

The position offers a 4-day workweek, paid training, full benefits, PTO, and education support. A Colorado driver’s license and successful background check are required.

Qualifications

• Mastery of direct care skills is required.
• Valid Colorado driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Comprehensive background screening required by Colorado DHS regulations for child care facilities.
• Health evaluation or physical required prior to starting service.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and structure for youth in a residential setting.
• Remain alert and awake during shifts.
• Collaborate with clinicians and educators to implement treatment and behavior plans.
• Maintain firm, consistent boundaries while supporting youth through challenges.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques in high-stress situations.
• Conduct safety checks and room checks (15-minute bed checks).
• Assist with basic meal preparation and light housekeeping.
• Transport youth to school, appointments, and activities.
• Support daily operations including meal prep and light upkeep.
• Document activities and participate in team meetings and training.
• Work with youth experiencing trauma, aggression, and behavioral challenges.

Skills

Direct care skills

Verbal de-escalation

Education

2 years of college (60 credits)

Associate’s degree

High school diploma + 2 years of human services experience

High school diploma + 30 college credits + 1 year of experience

Job description

Description

Empower Youth. Build Your Career. Make an Impact.

Join Shiloh House, a leader in

Join Shiloh House, a leader in youth behavioral health and trauma-informed care. We are hiring Mental Health Counselors to work directly with at-risk youth (ages 7–18) in a structured, team-based environment. This is a hands-on role that requires reliability, accountability, and the ability to stay composed in high-pressure situations. You will play a direct role in maintaining safety, structure, and consistency while helping youth work through behavioral and emotional challenges.

Why Work at Shiloh House

• Competitive Pay: In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $24.50-$27.25 per hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job related factors permitted by law.
• 4 Day Workweek
• Career Growth: Strong internal promotion culture and career development opportunities
• Paid Training & Mentorship: Learn from experienced staff and build real-world skills
• Full Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance + 403(b) with match
• Time off: PTO, personal leave, and overtime opportunities
• Education Support: 10% off CCU online programs
• May be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

What You’ll Do

• Provide direct supervision and structure for youth in a residential setting
• Remain alert and awake at all times
• Work closely with clinicians and educators to implement treatment and behavior plans
• Maintain firm, consistent boundaries while supporting youth through challenges
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques in high-stress situations
• Conduct safety checks and monitoring (room checks, 15-minute bed checks)
• Basic meal preparation and light housekeeping
• Transport youth to school, appointments, and activities
• Support daily operations including meal prep and light upkeep
• Document activities and participate in team meetings and training
• Work with youth experiencing trauma, aggression, and behavioral challenges

Location(s)

• Longmont

Schedule

Frontend Nights: Saturday – Tuesday

• Saturday (9:45 PM – 9:00 AM)
• Sunday (9:45 PM – 9:00 AM)
• Monday (9:45 PM – 9:00 AM)
• Tuesday (9:45 PM – 4:00 AM) ALTERNATING EVERY WEEK (4:00 AM – 9:00 AM)

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years old (22 may be considered)
• Meets one of the following:
• 2 years of college (60 credits)
• Associate’s degree
• High school diploma + 2 years of human services experience
• High school diploma + 30 college credits + 1 year of experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field

Required

• Due to the short length of stay for these clients, mastery of direct care skills is a must
• Valid Colorado driver’s license (or ability to obtain one) with a clean driving record
• Applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening as a condition of employment, in accordance with Colorado Department of Human Services regulations for child care facilities. This screening includes state criminal background checks, fingerprinting, sex offender registry searches, and abuse and neglect clearances. If the applicant has lived in any other state within the past five years, equivalent background and abuse/neglect checks from those states will also be conducted. In addition, all direct care applicants are required to complete a health evaluation or physical prior to beginning service to confirm they are fit for duty.
• Please note that internally this position is referred to as Overnight Treatment Counselor.

Posting Date: 10/14/2026

Application Window: Ongoing (Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis)