Temporary - Mental Health Counselor

Shiloh House • Longmont, CO

3d • $23 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Empower Youth. Build Your Career. Make an Impact. 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 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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in youth work, behavioral health, coaching, security, corrections, or similar roles is a plus
• Bachelor's Degree in related field
• Due to the short length of stay for these clients, mastery of direct care skills is a must

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and structure for youth in a residential setting
• 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)
• 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

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 403(b) with match
• PTO
• personal leave
• overtime opportunities
• 10% off CCU online programs
• May be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED