Bilingual Trauma Therapist (Spanish/English)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly 1.0 FTEReports to: Clinical DirectorWage: $68,640–$72,800 annually, depending on licensure and clinical experienceJob Location: Larimer County, with travel throughout Northern Colorado as neededThis position will be posted through Wednesday, October 21st, at 1p MTABOUT THE JACOB CENTER:The Jacob Center offers trauma-responsive youth, family, and counseling services inNorthern Colorado.

Serving Northern Colorado since 1988, we provide services tochildren, teens, and families using Positive Youth Development and other evidence-based practices. Our mission: Working with youth, families, and the community to fosterresilience, promote felt safety, and inspire positive and lasting change.At The Jacob Center, we believe that healing happens in the community. We'recommitted to trauma-responsive, anti-oppressive care that centers resilience,empowerment, and equity. We're looking for a bilingual, bicultural clinician to providetrauma-focused therapy to children, teens, and families, including Spanish-speakingfamilies and communities across Northern Colorado.THE OPPORTUNITY:This full-time role is for a clinician who wants to deepen their trauma-focused clinicalpractice while serving children, teens, and families in both Spanish and English. You'llcarry a full therapy caseload, building trust with clients, families, and communitypartners across the region, with free clinical supervision and ongoing professionaldevelopment to support your growth.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Therapist (1.0 FTE/approx. 25–30 sessions per week)Open to both fully licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) and provisionallylicensed/candidates (SWC, MFTC, LPCC), we provide free clinical supervision towardfull licensure as part of this role.● Assess clients and build individualized, trauma-responsive treatment plans, usingDSM-5 criteria and a holistic, anti-oppressive lens.● Provide trauma-focused therapy and psychoeducation, drawing on a range oftherapeutic modalities.● Provide therapy in Spanish and English with cultural relevance, building trust withSpanish-speaking and Latine/Hispanic clients and families through a biculturallens.● Adapt treatment approaches to fit each client's cultural, linguistic, anddevelopmental needs, serving as a cultural bridge within the agency andcommunity.● Coordinate with the client's broader support system, family, school, care team,and with referral partners as needed.● Keep timely documentation in our EHR, in compliance with agency, DORA, andMedicaid standards.● Grow your clinical practice through ongoing supervision, training, andprofessional development.LOCATION AND SCHEDULE:This is a full-time (approximately 40 hours/week) position based in Fort Collins. Therapysessions are primarily scheduled during the day, with some evening availability to meetclient and family needs. Telehealth options may be available for a portion of thecaseload allowing some ability to work from home.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:● Master’s degree and professional licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LPC), or workingtowards licensure/candidate license (SWC, MFTC, LPCC).● 3 years related experience or 2 years clinical experience.● Professional-level fluency in spoken and written Spanish and English.● Demonstrated experience working with vulnerable, marginalized, or trauma-affected populations.● In-depth knowledge of trauma responsive care and experience working withcommunity partners.● Valid driver’s license for a minimum of 2 years, clean driving record, and ability totravel throughout the Northern Colorado region.● Ability to pass CBI/FBI/Trails/Colorado Courts background checks and UA drugscreening, post contingent position offer.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:● Specialized training or experience in areas such as early childhood mentalhealth, EMDR, TF-CBT, play therapy, or other trauma-focused modalities. (Notrequired; we welcome candidates at any stage of specialization.)● Background in social work, counseling, education, child development, or arelated human services field.● Familiarity with the foster care, adoption, or child welfare system.YOU'LL THRIVE HERE IF YOU:● Move fluidly between individual, family, and caregiver-involved clinical work.● Build genuine trust with people from all walks of life, in both Spanish and English.● Demonstrate understanding and implementation of cultural competency,intersectionality, and cultural humility.● Stay grounded and resourced doing trauma-informed work● Manage your own schedule and caseload with organization and care.● Lead with authenticity, transparency, and a commitment to equity.OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU:● Professional development opportunities and continuing education support towardlicensure.● Supportive clinical supervision and a collaborative clinical team.● Hourly wage applies to all working hours, including time spent on documentation,treatment planning, care coordination, clinical supervision, and training.● Mileage/ travel reimbursement for community travel.● The autonomy to manage your own schedule and clinical caseload.● A team culture that values transparency, equity, and felt safety.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:● Champion The Jacob Center’s mission and values in all professional interactionswith staff, clients, community partners, and stakeholders.● Deliver clinical services, including assessment, direct client care, coordinationwith families and care teams, documentation, and regulatory compliance.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Wage: $33–$35/hour

Benefits

● Flexible PTO● 11 Paid Annual Holidays● Group Health and Life Insurance (eligible after 60 days full-time employment; Jacob Center contributes to monthly insurance premiums)● Employee Assistance Program● Paid professional development and training opportunities● Mileage reimbursement for community travelHOW TO APPLY:Submit the following by 10/21/2026 at 1pm MT● Resume/CV● Cover letter sharing why trauma-focused therapy resonates with you, and whatunique perspective, including your bilingual/bicultural experience, you’d bring tothis role● Three professional referencesEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Jacob Center celebrates diversity and iscommitted to creating an inclusive environment. We strongly encourage applicationsfrom individuals with lived experience, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and othersunderrepresented in behavioral health and community education. We recognize thatlived experience with trauma, marginalization, or systemic oppression can be aprofound qualification for this work. If your background strengthens our commitment toequity and justice, we want to hear your story. It's been shown that women and peopleof color are less likely to apply for positions if they do not fit all of the qualifications. Ifyou feel you match most of the qualifications, but not all, please apply anyway.