Mental Health Manager

General Purpose:

Scholars Unlimited is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality, comprehensive after school and summer learning programs to elementary school children in metro Denver. Our organizational vision is an unwavering commitment to empower students to achieve academic and personal success. Our mission is to foster academic, social, and emotional growth for children living in low-income communities around metro Denver. Our vision and mission are on the foundation of our values in the belief in every child’s potential, the belief in cultivating life-long learners, and the belief in the power of every child, family, and community. We collaborate with school districts and generally provide our programs in the schools our students attend. Currently, our programs are offered in Denver, Aurora, Sheridan, and Westminster public schools.

At Scholars Unlimited, we value equity, belongingness, community, and joy.  We refuse to tolerate racism, or injustice.  We take our duty to teach, learn and build very seriously.  Our community strives to challenge oppressive structures, and keep one another accountable.  We believe every individual in our community deserves to live and work in a safe setting that allows them  to be their authentic self within their role. We know that even with the best intentions,  racism, classism, bias and other kinds of oppression in our classrooms may perpetuate unless we take conscious action  to disrupt and put an end to those things.  We are change makers, we are the next generation of thought leaders that will make a difference in our community and in the world for the greater good.  We are committed to keeping up with the latest DEI best practices,  and to educating our team members so they are best prepared to uphold our high standard for the Scholars Unlimited community.

The Mental Health Manager plays a vital leadership role in supporting the emotional well-being of elementary-age children in our after-school programs. This individual oversees the design, coordination, and delivery of comprehensive mental health services, supervises a team of mental health interns, and works collaboratively with program staff and families to create a supportive, trauma-informed environment for all scholars. This position will report to the Vice President of Impact. 

Essential Functions:

Program Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the development and implementation of a responsive, culturally affirming mental health program across multiple after-school sites.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making data-informed adjustments as needed.
• Ensure that all mental health programming aligns with organizational values and best practices in youth development.

Direct Mental Health Support

• Provide individual and small-group mental health services to students as needed, with an emphasis on early intervention and strength-based approaches.
• Conduct assessments and observations to inform individualized support plans.
• Serve as a resource to after-school staff in managing challenging behaviors and supporting students' social-emotional growth.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison between families, program staff, and mental health providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Communicate with families in a respectful, empathetic, and culturally responsive manner regarding their child's mental health needs and available support.
• Facilitate workshops or trainings for staff and/or families on relevant mental health topics.

Supervisory Duties and Intern Management:

• Supervises Mental Health Intern(s) in the performance of their duties, including delegating, counseling, disciplining, coaching, training, evaluating, and terminating. 
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Provide clinical supervision and professional development for three mental health interns.
• Coordinate intern caseloads, provide regular feedback, and support their growth in child-focused mental health work.
• Ensure that all interns adhere to ethical and legal standards of practice.

Benefits 

• Scholars Unlimited offers a generous benefits package that includes PTO, paid holiday time off between December 25th and January 1st, two mental health wellness days per year, health, dental and vision insurance coverage with an employer premium allowance per month, 403(b) plan with employer match available, employer paid Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP). 

Compensation:

• Hiring Range is $ 62,000  - $ 68,000  commensurate with experience

Organizational Culture:

• We have a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• We have a passion for our students and are invested in their success.
• We believe that trust among team members is essential.
• We believe that respect among team members is essential and non-negotiable.
• We encourage all team members to be curious.
• We love your individuality and want to see you shine.

To Apply

• Please submit your cover letter and resume through the Scholars Unlimited Application Page
• Applications will be received through May 9, 2025.

Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100 percent of the job requirements.  We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed at Scholars Unlimited to apply for this role.  

Scholars Unlimited is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

Education

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field (LCSW, LPC, LMFT preferred or in progress) is required. 

Experience: 

• Minimum 1 - 3 years of experience providing mental health services to children, preferably in school or OST settings.
• Experience in supervising and managing people
• Experience supervising staff or interns in a clinical or school-based environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of child development, trauma-informed care, and culturally responsive practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both families and staff
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Scholars Unlimited
• An unwavering commitment to racial equity
• Ability to build relationships with people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and cultures.  
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Must complete and pass criminal history background checks prior to the start of employment
• Must work during after-school hours (e.g., 1-6 PM) and attend occasional evening events or family meetings.