Mental Health Support
About The Position
Scholars Unlimited is seeking compassionate counseling students to support the emotional well-being of elementary-age students in its after-school programs. This seasonal role serves two Denver school sites and works under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor. It provides hands-on experience in a school-based setting, including group social-emotional learning, psychoeducational support, and relationship-building with students, families, and after-school staff. The program runs from November 2026 through May 2027, with a potential summer extension. Work takes place in public schools in several districts throughout metro Denver. The position is in person, requires 15–25 hours per week, and has a schedule based on school dismissal times and availability, generally within 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Staff are expected to report to the Central Office before traveling to assigned afternoon sites. The hourly stipend is $25. The position is seasonal, part-time, and non-exempt.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a graduate-level counseling program with a clinical focus; a graduate-level counseling student is required.
- Experience working with children, especially in school or out-of-school-time settings.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and child development.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to equity, cultural humility, and strengths-based approaches.
- Integrity, credibility, and dedication to Scholars Unlimited’s mission.
- Unwavering commitment to racial equity.
- Ability to build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and cultures.
- Complete and pass criminal history background checks before starting employment.
- Complete required child care licensing trainings in accordance with applicable state requirements within 30 days of hire.
- Work after-school hours, such as 1:00–6:00 p.m.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and small-group therapeutic support to elementary-aged students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges.
- Deliver psychoeducation to students on self-regulation, coping skills, identity, and peer relationships.
- Participate in classroom observations and collaborate with site staff to identify students who may benefit from mental health support.
- Build rapport with children in a culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate manner.
- Maintain open and respectful communication with families about student needs and support plans.
- Document services provided.
- Participate in regular reflective supervision and training sessions.
- Attend occasional evening events or family meetings.
Benefits
- Accrued paid sick leave of at least 1 hour per 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year.
- Up to 6 paid holidays between November 2026 and May 2027.
- Paid scheduled school breaks: one week for winter break and one week for spring break.
- Paid inclement-weather days as determined by school district closure policies.
- Eligible for overtime as defined by the Colorado Overtime & Minimum Pay Standards Order.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
