Behavioral Health Counselor / Open Rank- in the Non-Tenure Clinical Practice Track

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Health care provider positions at Sheridan Health Services (SHS), such as this one, qualify for federal and state loan repayment (more info at: https://tinyurl.com/pts4k4z2).

The College of Nursing has an opening for a full-time (1.00 FTE), benefits-eligible, Licensed Bilingual Behavioral Health Provider / Open rank in the Non-Tenure Clinical Practice Track within its federally qualified community health center, Sheridan Health Services (SHS), located in southwest Denver, CO (zip code: 80236). This position is clinic based as a mental health provider and includes an instructor level, non-tenure clinical teaching track appointment within the College of Nursing.

Clinic Description:

SHS is a multi-site, nurse-managed FQHC, funded through the Health Resources and Services Administration Bureau of Primary Healthcare; and is a collaborative effort between the College of Nursing and the Sheridan School District. There are now three convenient locations to serve community health needs primarily for residents of Arapahoe, Denver, Adams, and Jefferson counties. The CU Youth Health Clinic is located in the Sheridan School District Administration building in Englewood, CO. The CU Belleview Point Health Clinic is located in southwest Aurora and the CU Family Health Clinic is located in southwest Denver on the Fort Logan campus and provides services to adults and children, 65% of whom identify as Latinx, and 42% of whom are best served in another language, with Spanish being the predominant second language. Services offered include primary care across the lifespan; prenatal and postpartum, gynecology, dentistry, pharmacy, behavioral health, and outpatient substance abuse treatment. SHS is a Patient-Centered Medical Home, and as such, we uphold a model of care that places the patient at the center, incorporating the values and beliefs of the patient in all decision-making. We extend the reach of the clinic through public health outreach where nursing students provide community outreach, health education, and home visitation services. https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/patient-care/sheridan-health-services

Supervision Received:

Direct supervision will be provided by the Behavioral Health Program Director.

Supervision Exercised:

Opportunities to provide supervision to Master's level counseling/social work students available. Opportunities to provide clinical supervision of unlicensed Behavioral Health Providers as available

Examples of Work Performed:

Behavioral Health Service Provision (90%):

• Provide brief behavioral health therapy and screenings in an integrated medical setting for patients across the lifespan (ages 0-99)
• Provide general outpatient behavioral health treatment via individual therapy, care coordination, crisis management, skill building, and psycho-education to ages 0-99.
• Provide couples and/or family therapy as appropriately qualified/trained
• Conduct therapy and integrated care screenings virtually via telehealth platform per patient and clinic staffing needs
• Contribute as a member of multidisciplinary teams (comprised of medical, psychiatry, dental, pharmacy, patient navigation, health education, and other BHPs) in delivering behavioral health services to patients
• Provide care coordination with providers of service including but not limited to primary care providers, school personnel, family members, patient navigators, and other mental health and community partners.
• Evaluate crisis situations and take appropriate action to ensure client safety and the safety of all clinic users.
• Utilize best practices and provide all treatment within appropriate limits.
• Expected to demonstrate high quality customer service focus, good communication and professionalism with clinic users, co-workers and representatives from outside agencies and to enhance community relationships.

Administrative (10%)

• Participate in scheduled behavioral health team meetings, interdisciplinary work groups, monthly staff meetings, and other required meetings.
• Complete all required clinical and administrative documentation to accepted standards of practice, accurately, legibly, and by established timelines on electronic health record system and paper as needed.
• Complete and follow through with financial and clinical information necessary to ensure reimbursement for provided services.
• Performs other duties as determined by the Behavioral Health Program Director or Executive Director.
• Completes necessary documentation.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, CO.

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
• National Health Service Corps (NHSC) loan repayment, Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) loan repayment, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), if eligible
• Continuing professional development funds

To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/about/careers/benefits

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling or closely related field.
• Current licensure as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, or similar.
  
  
  
  • Current licensure in good standing (any state). Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have CO licensures by date of hire.
  
  
  
  
• * Two (2) years of experience providing behavioral health services in a medical setting, community mental health, outpatient/inpatient mental health and/or substance use, or other related setting.

Senior Instructor:

• Master's degree in social work, counseling or closely related field.
• Current licensure as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, or similar.
  
  
  
  • Current licensure in good standing (any state). Could be working toward CO clinical licenses during application process and registered with DORA-Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must have CO licensures by date of hire.
  
  
  
  
• Two (2) years of experience providing behavioral health services in a medical setting, community mental health, outpatient/inpatient mental health and/or substance use, or other related setting.
• Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with population based outcomes.
• One year of electronic health record experience.
• Experience with care delivery that incorporates a social justice perspective around the intersectionality of racism, classism, LGBTQ issues, social determinants of health, and other forms of oppression.
• Experience with prevention and early intervention approaches, utilizing trauma informed care, and working with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Experience with conducting therapy via telehealth/virtual platforms
• Experience utilizing language interpreters in a behavioral health and/or medical setting
• Current licensure as Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS) or Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC)

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be willing and able to utilize bilingual skills (Spanish/English) at a conversational level in a clinical setting on a daily basis.
• Must be willing and able to obtain Colorado licenses by date of hire.
• Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to complete CAQH by date of hire
• Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification within one month of hire.
• Must be willing and able to actively participate in health plan contracts
• Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current
• Must be willing and able to ensure strict compliance with University and professional policies/procedures
• Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases.
• Must be willing and able to work weekends as required

Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of staff, faculty, community members, and clients.
• Expertise in clinical assessment and therapeutic interventions with children and youth, adults, families, and groups.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of primary care-behavioral health integrated programs, including fundamental elements of co-located and/or fully integrated services.
• Ability to effectively utilize computer and electronic medical record.
• Ability to provide a minimum of 30 billable client contacts per 40-hour work week

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by January 13, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

• Instructor: $69,783 - $78,090 annually
• Senior Instructor: $70,480 - $78,870 annually

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.