Followship Crisis Counselor - Crisis Counselor (Open Rank)
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University of Colorado Denver
Official Title: Health Care Intermediate Professional Senior Professional
Working Title: Followship Crisis Counselor - Crisis Counselor (Open Rank)
FTE: Full-time
Salary Range: $65171 - $72031 (Followship Crisis Counselor/Intermediate Professional) & $71247 - $78747 (Crisis Counselor/Senior Professional)
Position # Requisition #37087
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In addition our center serves as a training center for counseling graduate students in the School of Education and Human Development (SEHD). We are staffed by psychologists professional psychotherapists and advanced graduate-level practicum students. Counseling faculty members as well as professional staff supervise our students.
Supervisors and psychotherapists are well-trained in working with diverse psychological issues with individuals couples and families. Services at our center emphasize enriching the quality of life for those seeking treatment. Each individual couple or family is assured respect and confidentiality. We honor the personal needs philosophies and beliefs of our clients.
The mission of the SCCC is to provide systemic strength-based culturally responsive mental health services focused on relationships support growth and solutions.
To fulfill this mission we will deliver:
Quality counseling consultation testing outreach and preventative mental health services
A competency-based intensively supervised training program to School of Education and Human Development (SEHD) practicum and internship students
Affordable counseling services to Denver Public Schools students and their families as well as underserved groups and individuals in the community
The Crisis Counselor is a therapist in the CU-Denver Student and Community Counseling Center. This position falls under the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Health Wellbeing and Advocacy in the area of Student Affairs. This position will serve the needs of students in crisis to ensure continuity of care. This role will help coordinate services with appropriate internal CU Denver units such as Disability Resources and Services Student Conduct and Community Standards Office of Case Management involved faculty Office of International Students Ombuds Office Auraria Health Center etc.
The Crisis Counselor will facilitate triage and referral of cases whose level of risk exceeds the counseling centers scope of practice. This role will maintain accurate clinical and case management records while providing immediate consultation and assistance to faculty staff parents and other students regarding students in distress. This role will coordinate a crisis intervention plan to execute a timely response to students in need. The Crisis Counselor will communicate with staff parents families or designated emergency contacts regarding significant mental health emergencies including hospitalizations suicide attempts etc. to help facilitate a successful return to campus when issues are appropriately resolved. In conjunction with the Crisis Coordinator the Crisis Counselor may also help coordinate student transitions from CU Denver services to external community providers (e.g. psychiatric/psychological treatment services alcohol and drug treatment services etc.). This role may also be asked to help track at-risk cases accepted at the center as designated by our risk assessment level protocol.
This position is open to both licensed candidates and those who have finished their advanced degree and accruing hours toward licensure. If a fellow is selected weekly clinical supervision will be provided.
Followship Crisis Counselor or Crisis Counselor:
What you will do:
Followship Crisis Counselor (Intermediate Level)
Provide drop-in crisis coverage delivering immediate emotional support to individuals in distress or crisis.
Complete risk assessment safety planning de-escalation and follow-up.
Complete a range of moderately complex clinical services including include diagnostic assessment psychoeducation tangible skill building support resources to all contacts and crisis navigation.
Manage and coordinate care for students in crisis collaborating with CU Denver units and facilitating external referrals.
Provide consultation to staff and campus partners regarding acute and high risk individuals
Track at-risk cases handle triage and referrals and maintain accurate records.
Communicate with staff and families about major mental health emergencies and assist with students return to campus.
Provide brief individual and group counseling case management and mental health outreach services that are culturally sensitive.
Train campus groups on mental health issues and participate in staff meetings and outreach activities.
Must work effectively as a part of an interdisciplinary team including law enforcement personnel to de-escalate and efficiently meet the needs of clients.
Administer standardized screening tools to identify clients with behavioral health and/or substance abuse problems
Meet with Crisis Coordinator and Leadership regularly to discuss program operations concerns and potential improvements.
Crisis Counselor (Senior Level)
Duties listed for Followship Counselor AND:
Hospitalize clients who meet M-1 criteria or assist other staff in hospitalizing clients.
Provide clinical supervision to interns fellows and practicum trainees.
Responsibility for case management and treatment of advanced cases in the clinic.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Intermediate Level
Masters degree in counseling-related field from an accredited institution.
Registered with the state of Colorado as a candidate for clinical mental health licensure (LPCC MFTC LSW) Licensure is required within three (3) years of employment. Achievement of licensure will qualify the employee for advancement to the Senior role
- One (1) year of relevant experience
Senior Level
Masters degree in counseling-related field from an accredited institution.
Licensure as mental health profession in Colorado (LPC LMFT LCSW)
- Two (2) Years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
Intermediate Level
One (1) year of crisis counseling experience
Experience working clinically with college students
Ability to provide therapy in more than one language.
Senior Level
- Two (2) years of crisis counseling experience as a licensed mental health professional
- Experience working clinically with college students
- Ability to provide therapy in more than one language.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
Ability to maintain/contribute to a positive team environment in supporting students.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer/mental health consumer service skills.
Mental health knowledge experience and skill in working with college student populations.
Ability to provide short-term psychotherapy and work as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.
Ability to provide culturally sensitive crisis services and counseling for clients of diverse backgrounds including race and ethnicity sexual orientation gender identity ability first generation college status and socio-economic status.
Ability to address students in crisis with acute symptoms.
Ability to work independently with confidence as well as work as an integral part of a team of professionals.
Must be mature empathetic; flexible and adaptable to varying situations and coverage needs.
Can establish good rapport in a rapid manner
Conditions of Employment
Occasional work during the evening and/or weekends may be required.
- This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office as needed based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Mental Physical and/or Environmental Requirements
The ability to sit for extended periods stand and walk occasionally reach with hands and arms use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse and have good near vision for computer work;often requiring minimal lifting but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
- The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .
Employment Sponsorship
- Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at the following levels $65171 - $72031 (Crisis Counselor Followship/Intermediate Professional) & $71247 - $78747 (Crisis Counselor/Senior Professional). The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity experience education specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: Compensation Calculator: Deadline
- Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by June 29 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Required Application Materials:
To apply please visit: and attach:
A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
A current CV/resume
List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
Mental Health Professional License
Questions should be directed to Matthew Heerman
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational clinical research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must therefore consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
Employment Type
Full-Time
