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Mental Health Counselor/Coach
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Collegiate Coaching Services
Boulder, CO (In Person)
$51,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Mental Health Counselor/Coach Collegiate Coaching Services Boulder, CO Job Details Full-time $48,000 - $55,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid training Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Flexible spending account Paid time off On-the-job training Professional development assistance Paid sick time Qualifications Crisis intervention Social skills building Teamwork Active listening Writing skills Working with individuals with autism Sociology Bachelor's degree Counseling Psychology Student support Master of Arts Life skills building Clinical counseling Working with families Treatment planning Marriage & Family Therapy Child & family counseling Empathy Care coordination Working with families with children Full Job Description Collegiate Coaching Services (CCS), a private company, is a community-based therapeutic, executive function, and clinical service for teens, young adults, and families. We offer in-person services to those who live in/around Boulder, Colorado, and Boston, Massachusetts. We are currently hiring only for our Boulder location. We also offer virtual coaching services to clients nationwide. We are seeking someone who lives near our location (within a 30-minute drive), as we recognize that long commutes can diminish the enjoyment of employment. Although we serve local universities, coaches primarily spend time on campus with clients who attend CU-Boulder and in our offices. At times, virtual coaching may be used to serve clients who do not live near our location.
To learn more about us:
collegiatecoachingservices.com Important for all applicants to review before applying: Please submit an updated resume. A cover letter will definitely get you noticed.Position Start:
Candidates must be available to start at the end of July or Early to Mid August 2026.Pay:
$48,000-$55,000 per year, with starting pay depending on the degree level (bachelor's or advanced degree) and level of experience (relevant work experience and years) supporting individuals, parents, and families in mental health and academic-related settings.Benefits include:
On-the-job training for new coaches Paid Time Off 7 Paid holidays Monthly health/wellness stipend (instead of health insurance being provided) Paid winter break period Paid sick time Paid professional development training throughout the year. Google Voice for a work-related phone number. Provided with a MacBook Air for work responsibilities Mileage reimbursement What Makes Us Different, Really Different ? This position is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to learn and grow in the fields of mental health and education. You have a strong desire to learn how to motivate clients to reach their potential, and you desire exceptional supervision from experts in the field of motivation, mental health, and overall performance. This unique employment opportunity supports counseling/mental health professionals interested in further developing their skills and abilities. This position is ideal for those who are currently enrolled in, or plan to enroll in, a master's degree program that allows for full-time employment (40 hr./week).Preferred Education & Experience:
Prefer MFT; specialization in couples and family MFT's receive supervision from a Collegiate Coaching Services supervisor who is an LMFT and earn hours towards licensure. Prefer M.A. in counseling psychology, community counseling, or similar Direct experience working with teens and/or young adults, parents/families in mental health settings. OR Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, family relationships, or related field with relevant experience; must include a minimum of 2 years post-degree experience working with adolescents and/or young adults, parents/families in a therapeutic setting. Enrolled in an MFT program. Enrolled in an M.A. program that focuses on psychology and counseling, and/or education. Direct experience working with teens and/or young adults, parents/families in mental health settings.- Experience working with teens and young adults with learning differences is a plus; however, it is not required. We are seeking candidates who understand neurodevelopmental conditions such as Level 1 Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression.
- Applicants who are a good match for this position are comfortable with and skillful in the areas of organization, planning, preparing, and time management, as well as the willingness to provide evening and weekend hours, although weekend hours are infrequent and not regular.
What To Expect:
In addition to direct client meetings, the position requires time for individual and group supervision, team meetings, client collaboration meetings, and administrative tasks (e.g., taking/writing notes, emailing, commuting, etc.). At times, this may also involve facilitating groups and social activities with our clients.- While some of our meetings with our teen and young adult clients occur through a video-conferencing platform, most of our work is done in person and with other team members.
Position Description:
- The mental health counselor/coach will carry a caseload of clients, working one-on-one and in teams, to provide coaching services to teens, young adults, parents, and families.
- The coach will collaborate with the client, parents, and team members, as well as their supervisor, to help each client reach their goals.
- We specialize in areas such as executive function development, successful independent living, systems/family relationships, recovery from mental health issues, screen overuse issues (e.g., video games, social media, and more), college success, as well as connecting in a healthy way with peers and support systems.
- This role requires that you possess the skills to motivate clients to achieve their highest potential, collaborate with professionals and parents, and communicate effectively with team members associated with the client. It also includes updating parents on their child's progress and supporting them in developing new skills and strategies to enhance their child's development and success.
- The position generally is expected to work, Monday-Friday 9-6 pm, and requires some weekend work. The position requires exceptional preparation, planning, organizational, and collaboration skills with team members/supervisors.
- The applicant understands and possesses basic relationship skills, which include being empathetic and having an exceptional ability to listen, validate, and be non-judgmental.
- An ability to interact with parents with a confident, collaborative, and directive approach.
- The applicant is a self-starter and self-motivated.
- The desired candidate can commit to a minimum of 1 year, and we are seeking team members who desire to be on our team beyond one year, for consistent support of students who are often with us beyond one academic year.
Other Details:
- Your work week includes individual supervision, team meetings, group supervision, and administrative tasks.
- Keep up-to-date and accurate client records.
- Ability to plan and prepare ahead of time for coaching sessions.
- Coaching will take place in person at our offices, in the community, and on the CU Boulder campus.
- Collaborating with parents and providing updates to parents on their child's progress. Demonstrate a strong willingness to engage with parents to provide updates, encouragement, and additional support.
- Maintain current knowledge of policies and resources available at higher educational institutions in the Boulder area.
- Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and professional boundary with each client.
- Engage with colleagues and supervisors to discuss strategies to help support clients.
- Professional development occurs regularly.