Therapist

Description
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Therapist

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Therapist at Catholic Charities:

SUMMARY

Provides professional counseling, clinical assessment/problem identification, treatment planning, case management and crisis intervention to adults, adolescents and children, couples and families according to program standards and procedures and consistent with Catholic teachings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Obtains information about clients through use of interview, case history, and observational techniques.
Evaluates data to identify causes of problem of clients and to determine advisability of counseling or referral to other specialists or institutions.
Conducts counseling or therapeutic treatments, in either individual or group sessions as appropriate, to assist clients in gaining insight into personal problems, define goals, and plan actions reflecting interests, abilities, and needs and to discuss progress towards achieving goals.
Follows up results of counseling to determine effectiveness of treatment used.
Consults with medical doctor or other specialists concerning treatment plan and amends plan as directed.
Refers client to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling.
Completes necessary administrative duties (paperwork, etc.) timely and accurately.
Acts as an advocate for clients and/or client systems when appropriate.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrates strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to understand and convey to others the values and social teachings of the Catholic Church as they relate to the individual’s treatment.
Ability to establish rapport with clients
Ability to work effectively within the framework of Catholic teachings

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree (MA/MS) or equivalent from accredited university; with 5+ years of experience related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

LPC, LCSW, or LMFT

Catholic Charities is a drug free workplace.

COMPENSATION

$90,000 annually

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

Shift is Full Time
Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees – increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
15 Paid Holidays annually.
403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee’s and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits
**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid

holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application

online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Title

Therapist

Agency

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver

Posted On

December 11, 2025