Therapist – Shelters

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

Therapist- Samaritan House

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:

Obtains information about participants through use of interview, case history, and observational techniques.
Conducts counseling or therapeutic treatments, in either individual or group sessions as appropriate, to assist participants in gaining insight into personal problems, define goals, and plan actions reflecting interests, abilities, and needs and to discuss progress towards achieving goals.
Acts as an advocate for participants and/or participant systems when appropriate.
Develop treatment plans; monitor treatment progress and follow-up at disposition times.
Assist participants with psychological development, social development, and rehabilitation.
Coordinate participant’s use of other MHCD programs and outside community resources.
Requirements
 QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrates strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. 
Knowledge of methods of psychotherapy. 
Knowledge of community resources. 
Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately. 
Familiarity with the DSM V and diagnostic techniques. 
Effective written and verbal communication skills. 
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two years of experience in clinical social work or related field. Experience with working with moderate to severe and persistently mentally ill populations. Knowledge/experience with substance abuse disorders and treatments preferred. Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or similar field. Currently license eligible or licensed as a LCSW/LPC/LAC in the State of Colorado. Provisionally Licensed or can obtain provisional license within 60 days.

* Candidates who have passed their provisional licensure exam and are receiving or needing clinical supervision hours or; who are receiving or needing supervision to work towards eligibility for examination and can be licensed in less than 24 months will also be considered for this position. Catholic Charities may provide supervision for those candidates that are working towards licensure during employment period.   

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $60,000-$75,000 per year

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.

EEO/AA  

Job Title

Therapist – Shelters

Agency

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver

Posted On

October 29, 2025