Joe Pelle Center Treatment Counselor I or II (BH-1 or BH-2)

Boulder County Community Services Department is seeking to hire 1 (one) Joe Pelle Center (JPC) Treatment Counselor I (BH-1) OR 1 (one) Joe Pelle Center Treatment Counselor II (BH-2). One position is bilingual preferred, and one is bilingual required. The (JPC) Treatment Counselor serves as an integral member of the Treatment Team within Boulder County Community Justice Services (CJS), working with a team of clinicians who provide group and individual therapy to residents of the Joe Pelle Center. The team delivers treatment services to individuals participating in alternative sentencing programs and community corrections. This role delivers evidence-based, trauma-informed care aimed at supporting behavioral health stabilization, fostering personal growth, and promoting successful reintegration into the community.

This is a full-time, benefited position that will work Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm or the option of a four-day work week with 10-hour shifts. Some evening availability is required for group facilitation. Scheduling flexibility may be offered based on candidate needs and program requirements. This position will work out of 3260 Airport Rd., Boulder, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is exempt. 

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

BH-1 Hiring Salary Range: $73,884.00 - $90,138.00 Annually
BH-2 Hiring Salary Range: $77,580.00 - $94,686.00 Annually

Tentative Hiring Timeline:

• Phone Screening: Week of July 20th
• First Round Interviews: Week of July 27th
• Second Round Interviews: Week of July 27th
• Language Proficiency Test (if applicable): Week of August 3rd
• Reference Check: Week of July 27th

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1. Therapeutic Services
   1. Provide individual and group therapy addressing substance use, trauma, mental health, relapse prevention, cognitive behavioral interventions, recovery skills, coping skills, emotional regulation, and other evidence-based or emerging practices tailored to client needs
   2. Collaborate with prescribers, case managers, probation, and other community partners to ensure continuity of care
2. Assessment and Treatment Planning
   1. Conduct screening, evaluation, and assessments for new clients
   2. Develop individualized treatment plans that address mental health, substance use, and criminogenic needs while promoting recovery, resilience, and long-term stability
3. Clinical Documentation and Reporting
   1. Accurately document all services and encounters in the electronic health record system in compliance with organizational, licensing, and regulatory standards
   2. Prepare required reports on client progress and program activity in a timely manner
4. Collaboration and Consultation
   Work closely with behavioral health and case management teams to provide coordinated, client-centered services
5. Provide consultation to staff regarding client behavior, safety, and mental health concerns to support a safe and effective treatment environment
6. Participate in the agency’s internship program by providing clinical supervision to students or interns within the counselor’s scope of practice; support onboarding of new staff and contribute to a positive, trauma-informed team culture
7. Performs related work, as required
8. May be reassigned during emergency situations

PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of:

• Joe Pelle Center (JPC) Treatment Counselor I (BH-1) 
  • Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field, such as Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy
  • No post-graduate experience required; practicum or internship experience in behavioral health settings preferred.

• Joe Pelle Center Treatment Counselor II (BH-2) 
  • Master’s Degree in a behavioral health field, such as Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or Marriage and Family Therapy
  • 4 (four) years of experience in behavioral health or a related service area

LICENSURE (both positions):

• Must be actively pursuing licensure in Colorado and possess provisional or candidate credential (e.g., LPCC, LSW, or MFTC). Clinical supervision provided in this role (BH-1).

Additional related education may count towards required experience.

• A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation with fingerprinting

BILINGUAL SKILLS (Bilingual required Joe Pelle Center Treatment Counselor):

• Applicants must demonstrate English and Spanish fluency at the time of the pre-employment screening process. Spanish language proficiency will be determined through standardized verbal/verbal and written demonstration. (tier 2 will be verbal, tier 3 written and verbal)
• Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (Joe Pelle Center Treatment Counselor): 

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Additional compensation will be provided based on the use of bilingual skills. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Diagnostic, assessment, and treatment planning skills
• Ability to apply clinical judgment and work independently within scope of practice
• Effective communicator and collaborator across interdisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with behavioral health services in justice-involved or secure care settings
• Experience providing clinical supervision or mentoring preferred
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and recovery-focused care
• Organization skills with attention to detail in documentation and service delivery
• Open to both giving and receiving feedback
• Experience working with at risk populations with diverse needs

• Demonstrates Self-Awareness:
  • Reflects on activities and impact on others
  • Proactively seeks feedback without being defensive
  • Is open to criticism and talking about shortcomings
  • Admits mistakes and gains insight from experiences
  • Knows strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and limits
• Interpersonal Savvy:
  • Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
  • Relates comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography
  • Acts with diplomacy and tact
  • Builds rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way
  • Builds constructive relationships with people both similar and different to self
  • Picks up on interpersonal and group dynamics
• Values Differences:
  • Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
  • Seeks to understand different perspectives and cultures
  • Contributes to a work climate where differences are valued and supported
  • Applies others’ diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives to get results
  • Is sensitive to cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating
• Nimble Learning:
  • Learns quickly when facing new situations
  • Experiments to find new solutions
  • Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks
  • Extracts lessons learned from failures and mistakes
• Instills Trust:
  • Follows through on commitments
  • Is seen as direct and truthful
  • Keeps confidences
  • Practices what he/she preaches
  • Shows consistency between words and actions

Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.