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Unite America

Assistant General Counsel

Denver, CO · On-site

$145 - $160/hr

Unite America seeks a full-time Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join its Legal & Compliance team. This individual will work hand‑in‑hand with the General Counsel, Strategy & Operations team ...

Unite America Inc.

Assistant General Counsel

Denver, CO · On-site

$145 - $160/hr

Unite America seeks a full-time Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join its Legal & Compliance team. This individual will work hand‑in‑hand with the General Counsel, Strategy & Operations team ...

State of Colorado

CO

$51K - $56K/yr

PRIMARY DUTIES Recruitment, Pre-Enrollment, and Registration Provide a sense of belonging and connectedness to CCD, assist in college navigation in admissions and registration counseling. Assist in ...

Unite America

Assistant General Counsel

Denver, CO · On-site

Unite America seeks a full-time Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join its Legal & Compliance team. This individual will work hand-in-hand with the General Counsel, Strategy & Operations team, and ...

Unite America

Assistant General Counsel

Denver, CO · Hybrid

Unite America seeks a full-time Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join its Legal & Compliance team. This individual will work hand-in-hand with the General Counsel, Strategy & Operations team, and ...

State of Colorado

CO · On-site

$51K - $56K/yr

PRIMARY DUTIES Recruitment, Pre-Enrollment, and Registration Provide a sense of belonging and connectedness to CCD, assist in college navigation in admissions and registration counseling. Assist in ...

Unite America

Assistant General Counsel

Denver, CO · On-site

Unite America seeks a full-time Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join its Legal & Compliance team. This individual will work hand-in-hand with the General Counsel, Strategy & Operations team, and ...

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How much do counseling assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for counseling assistant in Colorado is $20.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.48 and $24.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a counseling assistant?

To thrive as a Counseling Assistant, you generally need a background in psychology or social work, strong interpersonal skills, and at least an associate degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with client management software, scheduling tools, and basic office systems is typically required. Active listening, empathy, and strong organizational skills help Counseling Assistants build rapport with clients and support counselors effectively. These abilities are crucial for maintaining a supportive environment, managing sensitive information, and ensuring smooth counseling operations.

What is a counseling assistant?

Counseling Assistants are professionals who support licensed counselors, therapists, or psychologists by performing administrative tasks, assisting with client intake, and maintaining records. They may also help facilitate communication between clients and counselors, schedule appointments, and provide basic information about counseling services. While they do not typically provide therapy themselves, their role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of counseling offices and supporting client needs. Counseling Assistants often work in schools, mental health clinics, hospitals, or private practices. Their responsibilities may also include handling confidential information and ensuring a welcoming environment for clients.

What is the difference between Counseling Assistant vs Mental Health Technician?

AspectCounseling AssistantMental Health Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma; certification may be preferred
Work EnvironmentClinics, schools, outpatient facilitiesHospitals, mental health facilities, residential programs
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, mental health clinics, educational institutionsHospitals, psychiatric units, community mental health centers
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, qualifications, and responsibilitiesSimilar support roles in mental health settings

Both Counseling Assistants and Mental Health Technicians support mental health services, but Counseling Assistants typically work in outpatient or educational settings with less direct patient care, while Mental Health Technicians often work in inpatient or hospital environments providing more hands-on support. The roles overlap in credentials and work environment, making them common points of comparison for those exploring careers in mental health support.

What does a counseling assistant do?

Counseling Assistants play a crucial role in supporting licensed counselors by handling administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining confidential records, and preparing materials for sessions. They may also assist in gathering client information, monitoring session progress, and following up with clients to ensure continuity of care. While they do not provide direct counseling, their organizational support helps counselors focus on client needs. Effective communication and collaboration with the counseling team are essential for ensuring clients receive timely and coordinated support.

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Infographic showing various Counseling Assistant job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,193 per year, or $20.8 per hour.

Counseling Assistant (CA21) Closing 8/21/2026

GOAL High School

Commerce City, CO • On-site

$31K - $36K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 15 hours ago

Posted today

Job description

Title: Counseling Assistant
Employee Group & Grade: Professional/Non-Exempt
Reports To: Counselor, Principal or Designee
Starting Salary Scale: $31,000-$36,000
Calendar Year: 200 days
Must work all scheduled calendar days in Colorado
Date Written/Revised: December 2025
*All applications must be complete to be reviewed*
Why Work at GOAL High School?
  • Great Mission and Great Culture.
  • Recognized as an Award-winning High School that serves at-risk students throughout Colorado.
  • Recognized as 1 of 3 schools worldwide to receive the distinction of "Biggest Impact School" in technology from Microsoft.
  • Our staff can plan vacations with one 14-day break, two 1-week breaks, and additional weeks off in the summer.
  • Competitive starting salary based on experience and qualifications.
  • Potential to earn Pay-for-Performance incentives as a member of the GOAL Team.
  • Competitive Benefits include an emphasis on Wellness in the workplace.
  • The ability to continue contributing to the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA.
  • PERA 401K or Roth 401K with a 5% Match after one year
  • Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and AD&D plans.
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
  • Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Short-and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Optional additional insurance that includes accident, critical illness, and hospital plans.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • The school provides a laptop, cell phone, and additional equipment as needed.
  • Robust Professional Development and opportunity to work with passionate, mission-driven colleagues who are invested in your personal and professional growth.
  • GOAL High School is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Purpose of Job:
The counseling assistant provides support for the counseling department by maintaining records, gathering, and processing data for reports and providing resources for parents and students that assist the student in developing the academic, postsecondary, social/emotional skills necessary to be a productive member of society. To provide on-site direct support to the site staff and students in the overall management and operation of the school, ensuring a safe and effective learning environment. Assist with a wide range of tasks, including overseeing student discipline and fostering positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Essential Duties/ Major Accountabilities:
Show Up: Be ACCOUNTABLE for our students, ourselves, and our team.
Connect: Develop and maintain TRANSPARENT and HONEST relationships with our students and team
Succeed: Become a STRONG unified team providing students an INNOVATIVE environment to become productive members of society
Physical Presence: Must be able to maintain a regular on-site presence to effectively support students, collaborate with colleagues, and fulfill the responsibilities of the role. While virtual work may be permitted based on specific site needs and work responsibilities, the ability to be physically present at designated locations as needed is essential to the successful execution of this position's duties.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Provides support for the school counseling department.
  • Academic: Builds transcripts and schedules, maintains student records, academic plans, and transcript progression, advises students based on individual interests and aptitudes
  • Career: Assists in post-secondary readiness by maintaining up to date information regarding military, college, and trade school resources
  • Social/Emotional: Compiles resources for students and families and provides assistance in accessing social/emotional supports.

Major Duties
All Domains
  • Provides support for counselors in implementing a comprehensive school counseling program.
  • Maintains student records by requesting, sending, receiving, filing, and sorting records.
  • Assists counselors in collecting evaluative data to ensure a successful counseling program which links the school counseling program to student academic progress.
  • Gathers information and prepares reports regarding counseling, programming, and student success.
  • Tracks student contact in MTSS log
  • Maintains a working knowledge of counseling programs, services, and opportunities available to students to effectively communicate with all stakeholders.

Academic
  • Conducts academic advisement meetings to support students in successful completion of high school course requirements.
  • Utilizes data from the student ICAP and assessments to create schedules and facilitate schedule changes.
  • Maintains tracking system to ensure ICAP completion.
  • Collaborates with departments to develop tools to track student progress and graduation progression and schedules quarterly counseling appointments to assess student progress and adjust graduation plans accordingly.
  • Gathers, maintains, and processes transcripts for all students, completing audits, as necessary.
  • Identifies at-risk students and track student progress towards graduation through transcript audits.
  • Participates with regional teams to plan and coordinate graduation ceremonies.

Career
  • Develops and maintains databases with information regarding college, military, and post-secondary opportunities.
  • Assists with concurrent enrollment, workplace learning and trade school students including registration, documentation, and progress monitoring.
  • Conducts planning and advisement Success Plan meetings to determine student's post-secondary Thrive Path (military, career, or college)
  • Provides support for exposure to career and college enrichment activities.

Social/Emotional
  • Provides appropriate resources for students in crisis including referrals to school counselors, school social workers, or outside support agencies.
  • Assists counselors in maintaining and following up on referrals to school and outside counseling agencies and support agencies.
  • Collaborates with the region's social work team to support the social/emotional wellbeing of all students.
  • Supports counselor in identifying students for groups and lessons based on student needs.

Accountability Standards for all GOAL Academy High School Staff:
  • Love for children and ability to work enthusiastically on their behalf.
  • Actively and enthusiastically recruit new students through community partnerships and community events.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, time-management, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Knowledgeable and comfortable working with technology
  • Able to competently and persistently apply problem solving skills towards technology issues.
  • Proven ability to serve on teams and participate in a collaborative decision-making process.
  • Strong work ethic to achieve both school and personal goals.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Willingness to travel regionally and transport students as required.
  • Ethical, honest, and good-humored
  • Must work all scheduled calendar days in Colorado

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Must reside in Colorado
  • Must Possess a valid Driver's License

Education:
  • Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent (e.g., the GED);
  • Demonstrate subject matter competency by:
  • Earning an Associate (or higher) degree; or
  • Completing at least two years (48 credit hours) of study at an institution of higher education or
  • Passing a formal assessment measuring one's knowledge of and ability to assist classroom teachers in reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • Associate degree preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree and training in Education, Social Work, or related field preferred.

Experience:
  • Two years of experience working with youth preferred.
  • Two years of experience working with students in a secondary school or school system preferred.
  • Experience working with at risk youth preferred.
  • Bilingual preferred but not required

Or other background demonstrating application of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Ability to serve on student-centered teams and participate in a collaborative decision-making process.
  • Well-versed in conflict resolution skills. Ability to mediate conflicts (e.g., between students, staff, parents, or community members) while promoting the core values of GOAL effectively among all stakeholders.
  • Understands the benefits of continuous learning and takes personal responsibility for professional development.

Physical Requirements of this position include:
Seldom
Cold-50 F or less/Heat- 90 F or more/Gases-Fumes/ Heights/Climbing/ Crawling-Kneeling/ Bending/ Walking on Uneven Surfaces/Chemical-Solvents/ Travel-National or International
Over 30 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying
Occasional
Noise/Working Alone/ Local Travel/ Visual Acuity-Far/ Color Discrimination
Over 20 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying
Frequent
Driving/ Work with Others/ Visual Acuity-Near/ Hearing/ Speech/ Manual Dexterity/ Eye-Hand Coordination/ Computer/ Mouse/ Copier/ Scanner/ Printer/ Telephone
Under 20 Pounds: Lifting-Lowering-Reaching Over Shoulders-Reaching Forward-Pushing-Pulling-Carrying
Colorado Public High Schools are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We welcome applications from qualified foreign teachers and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse educational environment. All hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the school district. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
In compliance with federal and state laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Immigration and Nationality Act, we ensure that all employment practices are conducted without discrimination based on citizenship or immigration status. However, as a recipient of federal funding, we must adhere to specific regulations regarding the employment of foreign nationals.

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