Crisis Counselor

About the University of Colorado, Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

CU Denver and the CU Anschutz Medical Campus serve as vital pillars of the University of Colorado system. Located in the heart of the city, CU Denver helps make education work for all by offering unique opportunities at a premier public urban research university. Just a few miles away in Aurora, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a nationally recognized academic medical campus, home to six health professional schools and two nationally ranked hospitals.

While on separate campuses, the two universities collaborate to provide comprehensive support for students, faculty, and staff. Together, they have earned an R1 classification for conducting cutting-edge research and have received a national Military Friendly® School designation for over a decade.

About the Role

The Crisis Counselor is a therapist within the CU Denver Student and Community Counseling Center (SCCC), reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Health, Wellbeing and Advocacy. This role is dedicated to serving the needs of students in crisis to ensure continuity of care.

The SCCC provides mental health counseling services to CU Denver students, community members, and Denver Public Schools students and families. The center operates with a mission to provide systemic, strength-based, and culturally responsive mental health services focused on relationships, support, growth, and solutions. As a Crisis Counselor, you will be the first line of defense for students in distress, facilitating triage and referral for cases exceeding the center's scope of practice.

Your day will involve providing immediate emotional support through drop-in crisis coverage, conducting risk assessments, and developing safety plans. You will coordinate crisis intervention plans to execute timely responses, communicating with faculty, staff, parents, and emergency contacts regarding significant mental health emergencies. This role also involves collaborating with internal units such as Disability Resources, Student Conduct, and the Office of Case Management, as well as external community providers to facilitate student transitions and successful returns to campus.

Hiring Process

Applications are accepted electronically only at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Preference will be given to complete applications received by May 19th, 2026, though applications are accepted until the position is filled.

To apply, please attach a cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines your qualifications, along with a current CV/resume. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Amber Johnston at AMBER.2.JOHNSTON@UCDENVER.EDU.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

The University of Colorado Denver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at workplaceengagement@ucdenver.edu.

All prospective employees must consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment to maintain a safe and productive educational and clinical environment.