Behavioral Health Clinician - Expressive Arts Therapist Open Rank-Instructor, Senior Instructor

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks a Behavioral Health Clinician with training in Expressive Arts Therapy to join an interdisciplinary trauma-informed care team. You will assess, educate, and provide art therapy for patients with mild to moderate TBI and co-occurring conditions.

The role includes individual and group art therapy in an Intensive Outpatient setting, collaboration with the team, and documentation with a focus on brain health.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant master's degree and state licensure.
• Training and supervision in expressive arts therapy are required.
• Experience in trauma-exposed populations within an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial health and behavior assessments during the evaluation phase.
• Provide individual and group art therapy within an IOP setting.
• Develop and implement trauma-informed behavioral health treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to coordinate care.
• Prepare documentation including evaluations, progress notes, and treatment plans.

Skills

Expressive Arts Therapy

Trauma-informed care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical assessment

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical Psychology

Colorado professional license (or eligibility to obtain)

Licensed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or ATR-BC

Job description

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title: Behavioral Health Clinician - Expressive Arts Therapist Open Rank-Instructor, Senior Instructor

Position # 00850622 Requisition # 40561

Job Summary

The Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH) seeks a full-time Behavioral Health Clinician with formal training and clinical experience in Expressive and/or Creative Arts Therapy to work within an interdisciplinary, trauma-informed care team. This dual role provides the opportunity to see individuals and groups to provide behavioral health assessment, psychotherapy, education and art therapy for patients with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and co-occurring psychological health conditions.

Examples of Work Performed

• Conducting initial health and behavior assessments for individual patients during the evaluation phase of care
• Communicating results of the assessment to the interdisciplinary team and the patient in a professional and culturally competent manner (military and responder)
• Working independently and within an interdisciplinary team to implement a treatment plan and adjust it according to clinical needs of the patient
• Providing individual education and trauma-informed behavioral health treatment addressing a wide range of behavioral and social aspects of brain health
• Develop and conduct Art Therapy in a group Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) setting with focus on promoting development, self-expression, and mastery
• Develop and conduct individual adjunctive art therapy assessments and/or therapy sessions for patients who would benefit from an art-based approach
• Conducting education for individuals, groups, and family members with a focus on sleep, mood regulation, anxiety reduction strategies, and overall brain health
• Building relationships with patients that foster early communication of risky situations to allow for preventative interventions
• Preparing appropriate documentation in a timely and culturally sensitive manner including evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and charges
• Assist in developing program processes, policies and procedures, and best practices

Work Location

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

Why Join Us

The Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is dedicated to "helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:

• Patient Care: Provide outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.
• Research: Create and disseminate new knowledge.
• Training: Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.
• Community Engagement: Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.
• Our People: Nurture a thriving, diverse and equitable department culture

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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

Qualifications

Open Rank

Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate's demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical Psychology
• Colorado professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Licensed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or Registered Art Therapist Board Certification (ATR-BC)
• Minimum 2 years of direct clinical experience with traumaexposed populations
• Formal training and supervised clinical experience in Expressive Arts Therapy
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary care team

Senior Instructor

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical Psychology
• Colorado professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
• Licensed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or Registered Art Therapist Board Certification (ATR-BC)
• Minimum 3 years of direct clinical experience with traumaexposed populations
• Formal training and supervised clinical experience in Expressive Arts Therapy
• Experience working within an interdisciplinary care team

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical experience with military Veterans, active‑duty service members, or first responders
• Experience working with TBI, PTSD, chronic pain, sleep disturbance, addiction, or suicidality
• Advanced trauma certifications (EMDR, CPT, PE, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and flexibility when working with complex trauma and neurological conditions
• Ability to integrate verbal and nonverbal therapeutic approaches
• Comfort facilitating expressive arts processes with individuals and groups
• Cultural humility and responsiveness, particularly with military and first responder populations
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work under moderate to high stress while maintaining therapeutic presence
• Strong organizational skills and technological competence

Anticipated Pay Range

Historical range:

• Clinical Instructor: $90,000 - $100,000.
• Senior Instructor: $100,000 - $110,000.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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

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 [e-mail].

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.

Schedule: Full-time

Primary Location: Aurora

Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20148 - SOM-FM GENERAL OPERATIONS

Posting Date: Jul 17, 2026

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Position Number: 00850622