Mental Health Therapist II - RTD

Job Description

WellPower is seeking a Mental Health Therapist II to join its Co-Responder program. This program is a partnership between the Regional Transportation District (RTD) and WellPower, aimed at addressing the needs of individuals with mental health concerns in the Denver community. The Mental Health Therapist II will work in collaboration with various agencies, including the Denver Police Department, Denver Fire Department, Denver Sheriffs Department, Parks & Recreation, and Regional Transportation District (RTD), responding to calls involving individuals experiencing mental health and/or co-occurring substance use issues.

• Responding to mental health-related 911 calls and conducting psychological evaluations.
• Providing crisis interventions, referrals, and linkage to resources for consumers who are not arrested.
• Providing case management services to clients as needed.
• Developing crisis-related treatment plans.
• Providing psychological consultation while responding to mental health-related calls.
• Coordinating client's use of other city programs and outside community resources.
• Coordinating medication/medicinal needs of clients with psychiatrists, nurses, and other medical sources as part of crisis resolution.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records consistent with WellPower standards.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Master's Degree in social work, psychology, or similar field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in clinical social work.
• Experience working with moderate to severe and persistently mentally ill populations.

• WellPower provides free licensure supervision (LCSWs, LPCs, and LMFTs).
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, and retirement matching.
• Competitive Pay: minimum wage ensures fair compensation for all.
• Team Activities: Connect with colleagues through fun leagues.