Kid Success Therapist - Licensed

Jewish Family Service of Colorado•Boulder, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kid Success Therapist is a fully licensed therapist who provides school-based mental health counseling to elementary or middle school students assigned to a school in the Boulder Valley School District. The role involves collaborating with school staff, offering consultation and support, and providing case management services to students and their families. The position works primarily at a school site, with occasional requirements to work at the JFS home office at 3201 South Tamarac Dr., Denver, Colorado. Hours are generally during regular business hours, with some evening or weekend work required to meet program or client needs. Completion of the primary COVID-19 vaccination series is required before employment begins.

Requirements

Master’s or doctoral degree in counseling or a related field from a CACREP-accredited program.
At least two years of experience providing child, adolescent, and family therapy.
Familiarity with DSM IV/V codes and Medicaid paperwork.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Required professional license: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD.
Register with CAQH within seven days of the hire date.
Must be registered with DORA.
Completion of the primary COVID-19 vaccination series before the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group therapy to students.
Provide therapy and psychoeducation to students’ families as needed.
Consult and collaborate with school staff regarding students’ needs and behavior.
Provide crisis intervention support.
Facilitate referrals to address clients’ medical and psychiatric needs as indicated.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with agency standards.
Participate in team meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel between work sites and communicate effectively while using standard office and mobile equipment.