Trauma‑Informed Residential Counselor & Group Therapy Lead

WellPower; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 37,195 - 42,705; Full time

Job summary

WellPower in Denver, CO, is seeking Residential Counselors to support consumers with daily living activities, provide individual psychotherapy, facilitate group sessions, coordinate treatment, and advocate for individuals with severe mental illness within a multidisciplinary team. You will manage intakes/discharges, monitor medications, ensure household safety, document care, and respond to emergencies.

RC I/II roles require relevant education paths; CPR/First Aid and QMAP are preferred.

Qualifications

• RC I: Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field; or seeking CNA or HHA certification preferred.
• RC II: Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field.
• One year of mental health experience or in related field preferred. Must be 21 years of age to apply.
• QMAP (Qualified Medication Administration Person)
• CPR & First Aid

Responsibilities

• Provide individual psychotherapy with consumers to provide support and insight.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions within the house.
• Coordinate clinical care with case management services and other services both inside and outside of MHCD.
• Assess consumers throughout the workday, and provide appropriate interventions.
• Encourage, support, and train consumers in activities of daily living (ADLs).
• As part of a multi-disciplinary system, help facilitate the treatment and continuity of clinical care.
• Complete intake and discharge tasks for consumers being placed in the house as new residents or moving out of the house.
• Maintain household safety in regards to chores and activities, such as cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
• Document all significant consumer interactions toward recovery and continuity of care.
• Complete necessary clinical documentation, such as daily log, consumer record, and medication records.
• Respond to consumer and building emergencies, and facilitate appropriate interventions.
• Advocate for acceptance and integration of individuals with mental illness within the neighborhood.
• Maintain a trauma-informed environment of wellbeing.
• Required to attend scheduled team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Shift work and/or weekend work is required; some programs may require a Class "S" driver's license.

Education

RC I—Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field; CNA/HHA certification preferred

RC II—Bachelor's Degree in social work, psychology, human services, or related field

Job description

WellPower in Denver, CO, is seeking Residential Counselors to support consumers with daily living activities, provide individual psychotherapy, facilitate group sessions, coordinate treatment, and advocate for individuals with severe mental illness within a multidisciplinary team. You will manage intakes/discharges, monitor medications, ensure household safety, document care, and respond to emergencies.

RC I/II roles require relevant education paths; CPR/First Aid and QMAP are preferred.