Trauma Informed Licensed Counselor for Survivors of Sex Trafficking
The Crossing Colorado, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Organization: The Crossing Colorado (TCC)
Reports To: Clinical Director (Clinical Oversight Only)
Location: Colorado Springs, CO and surrounding areas; Telehealth within Colorado
About The Crossing Colorado
The Crossing Colorado (TCC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving survivors of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation by providing hope, safety, and empowerment. We believe every individual deserves to live free from exploitation and violence.
Our mission is to support survivors as they rebuild their lives, heal from trauma, and reclaim their dignity. We provide holistic, trauma-informed services including clinical counseling, advocacy, crisis response, and ongoing support. Our work is grounded in compassion, survivor autonomy, and strengths-based care, and we collaborate with community partners to support long-term healing and stability.
Position Overview
The Licensed Trauma-Informed Counselor provides outpatient behavioral health services to adult survivors of sex trafficking, sexual exploitation, and individuals at high risk of being trafficked. Services may be delivered in person in the Colorado Springs area and via secure telehealth platforms within the state of Colorado.
This role is integral to TCC’s clinical services by conducting trauma-informed assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering individualized, trauma-informed psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities tailored to each client’s needs and stage of healing.
In addition to psychotherapy, this role includes clinically appropriate care coordination activities that support treatment engagement, crisis response, continuity of care, and access to medically and socially necessary services.
This position requires strong clinical judgment, ethical grounding, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the counseling team and other support professionals involved in client care.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with licensure, experience, and availability. Hourly rate applies to direct client services and clinically necessary care coordination activities. This position is classified as an independent contractor and is not eligible for employee benefits. Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and benefits.
Core Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning
Conduct trauma-informed biopsychosocial assessments and screenings related to trauma, abuse, mental health conditions, and trafficking indicators.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on client goals, cultural context, and stage of healing.
Review and update treatment plans collaboratively with clients as progress and needs evolve.
Individual and Group Therapy
Deliver individualized, trauma-informed psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities appropriate to the client’s presentation and treatment goals.
Modalities may include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other clinically appropriate approaches.
Facilitate psychoeducational or process-oriented group therapy sessions as programming develops.
Provide psychoeducation to clients and families when clinically appropriate.
Crisis Assessment and Safety Planning
Assess risk of harm to self or others and respond appropriately to mental health crises.
Provide crisis counseling, crisis intervention, and collaborative safety planning.
Coordinate with TCC staff and external providers during periods of acute client need.
Collaboration and Coordination of Care
Work closely with the Case Manager and other TCC staff to ensure a coordinated, whole-person approach to client care.
Liaise with external providers, including psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and community mental health agencies, to support integrated care.
Facilitate referrals, service transitions, and resource access to support recovery and stability.
Documentation and Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records in accordance with HIPAA, Colorado state regulations, Medicaid requirements where applicable, and professional ethical standards.
Documentation includes intake assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics in all aspects of clinical practice.
Professional Collaboration and Development
Participate in regular clinical supervision and case consultation.
Engage in ongoing professional development, including training in emerging trauma-informed and evidence-based practices relevant to the population TCC serves.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Strong trauma-informed clinical competency and ability to work autonomously.
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Experience with trauma, abuse, or trafficking survivors.
Reliable transportation, internet access for telehealth, and private confidential workspace.
Ability to pass background checks and speak, read, and write English.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2–3 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary or justice-system partners.
Specialized training in trauma-focused modalities (e.g., EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT) highly desirable.
Experience providing group therapy.
Fluency in Spanish.
Care coordination activities are ancillary to psychotherapy services and do not replace Medicaid Targeted Case Management unless explicitly authorized.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Crossing Colorado is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those with lived experience of exploitation or trafficking.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and relevant certifications to:
Abby Randall
Subject line:
Licensed Trauma-Informed Counselor (Contractor) | Your Full Name
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Reports To: Clinical Director (Clinical Oversight Only)
Location: Colorado Springs, CO and surrounding areas; Telehealth within Colorado
About The Crossing Colorado
The Crossing Colorado (TCC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving survivors of sex trafficking and sexual exploitation by providing hope, safety, and empowerment. We believe every individual deserves to live free from exploitation and violence.
Our mission is to support survivors as they rebuild their lives, heal from trauma, and reclaim their dignity. We provide holistic, trauma-informed services including clinical counseling, advocacy, crisis response, and ongoing support. Our work is grounded in compassion, survivor autonomy, and strengths-based care, and we collaborate with community partners to support long-term healing and stability.
Position Overview
The Licensed Trauma-Informed Counselor provides outpatient behavioral health services to adult survivors of sex trafficking, sexual exploitation, and individuals at high risk of being trafficked. Services may be delivered in person in the Colorado Springs area and via secure telehealth platforms within the state of Colorado.
This role is integral to TCC’s clinical services by conducting trauma-informed assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering individualized, trauma-informed psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities tailored to each client’s needs and stage of healing.
In addition to psychotherapy, this role includes clinically appropriate care coordination activities that support treatment engagement, crisis response, continuity of care, and access to medically and socially necessary services.
This position requires strong clinical judgment, ethical grounding, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the counseling team and other support professionals involved in client care.
Compensation
Compensation is commensurate with licensure, experience, and availability. Hourly rate applies to direct client services and clinically necessary care coordination activities. This position is classified as an independent contractor and is not eligible for employee benefits. Contractors are responsible for their own taxes, insurance, and benefits.
Core Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment and Treatment Planning
Conduct trauma-informed biopsychosocial assessments and screenings related to trauma, abuse, mental health conditions, and trafficking indicators.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on client goals, cultural context, and stage of healing.
Review and update treatment plans collaboratively with clients as progress and needs evolve.
Individual and Group Therapy
Deliver individualized, trauma-informed psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities appropriate to the client’s presentation and treatment goals.
Modalities may include Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and other clinically appropriate approaches.
Facilitate psychoeducational or process-oriented group therapy sessions as programming develops.
Provide psychoeducation to clients and families when clinically appropriate.
Crisis Assessment and Safety Planning
Assess risk of harm to self or others and respond appropriately to mental health crises.
Provide crisis counseling, crisis intervention, and collaborative safety planning.
Coordinate with TCC staff and external providers during periods of acute client need.
Collaboration and Coordination of Care
Work closely with the Case Manager and other TCC staff to ensure a coordinated, whole-person approach to client care.
Liaise with external providers, including psychiatrists, primary care physicians, and community mental health agencies, to support integrated care.
Facilitate referrals, service transitions, and resource access to support recovery and stability.
Documentation and Compliance
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records in accordance with HIPAA, Colorado state regulations, Medicaid requirements where applicable, and professional ethical standards.
Documentation includes intake assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Uphold the highest standards of professional ethics in all aspects of clinical practice.
Professional Collaboration and Development
Participate in regular clinical supervision and case consultation.
Engage in ongoing professional development, including training in emerging trauma-informed and evidence-based practices relevant to the population TCC serves.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Strong trauma-informed clinical competency and ability to work autonomously.
Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Experience with trauma, abuse, or trafficking survivors.
Reliable transportation, internet access for telehealth, and private confidential workspace.
Ability to pass background checks and speak, read, and write English.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2–3 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary or justice-system partners.
Specialized training in trauma-focused modalities (e.g., EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT) highly desirable.
Experience providing group therapy.
Fluency in Spanish.
Care coordination activities are ancillary to psychotherapy services and do not replace Medicaid Targeted Case Management unless explicitly authorized.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Crossing Colorado is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those with lived experience of exploitation or trafficking.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and relevant certifications to:
Abby Randall
Subject line:
Licensed Trauma-Informed Counselor (Contractor) | Your Full Name
#J-18808-Ljbffr