Jefferson Center for Mental Health·Arvada, Colorado
The therapist provides mental health assessments, short-term counseling, and crisis intervention to students at Red Rocks Community College. They also serve as a liaison between the college and Jefferson Center to coordinate care and facilitate referrals to community resources.
At Jefferson Center, it is our policy and our mission to be inclusive and mindful of the diversity of everyone who comes through our doors. We are passionate about building a community where mental health matters and equitable care is accessible to all races, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic statuses, ages, sexual orientations, gender expressions, religions, cultures, and languages.
The Red Rocks Therapist provides mental health assessment and short-term counseling interventions for students at the Red Rocks Community College Lakewood and Arvada campuses through the Student Health Center on campus. This provider also serves a vital role in linking to ongoing mental health and supportive services at Jefferson Center and/or the community as indicated. This clinician is also a vital member of the Red Rocks Community College campus, liaising with campus staff and faculty to promote access to mental health services and support for all students.
Jefferson Center staff may be offered the option to assume a hybrid schedule, pending availability and policies/procedures of the Student Affairs department, and at the discretion of the Director of the Clinic based on the departmental schedule and student needs. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all job duties and requirements.
Salary Grade 52 - (Licensed Clinician LCSW, LMFT, LPC) $70,000 – $77,200*
This position will remain posted until filled. We encourage applicants to apply by 8/14/2026 for priority consideration.
Candidates must hold a valid Colorado license as an LPC, LCSW, or LAC and have experience in assessment and brief therapy. Proficiency in electronic health records and evidence-based treatment approaches is highly preferred.
Market context
Therapist openings in Colorado often draw steady interest, especially in college settings where mental health support is tied to student retention and access to care. These roles are competitive because employers typically want a current Colorado license, assessment and brief-therapy experience, and familiarity with electronic health records and evidence-based treatment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show licensure, documentation skills, and relevant clinical settings.