Behavioral Health Clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) for Crisis Services

Myhhhh; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(a) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Clinician for Crisis Services at the University of Colorado Anschutz. The role involves providing direct clinical care and engaging in quality improvement projects while supervising mental health trainees.

Qualified candidates must possess a Master's degree and a Colorado license. The position offers a competitive salary between $72,000 and $95,000, along with extensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Must have Colorado license as LCSW, LPC, or LMFT at hire.
• Experience working with youth and families preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to patients and families in crisis services.
• Engage in treatment monitoring and planning.
• Supervise and mentor mental health trainees.

Skills

Evidence-based assessment and treatment

Effective written and verbal communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Flexibility and adaptability

Time management and organizational skills

Education

Master’s in counseling, social work, LMFT, or related field

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department of Psychiatry

Behavioral Health Clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) for Crisis Services

Position #00849501 – Requisition #40279

Job Summary

The Department of Psychiatry (DOP) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU), the Division of Child and Adolescent Mental Health (DCAMH), and the Pediatric Mental Health Institute (PMHI) of Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) has an opening for a full‑time Faculty Behavioral Health Clinician within the CHCO PMHI with primary responsibilities in Crisis Services. The CU DCAMH, PMHI, and CHCO are combining to transform children’s mental health care in Colorado, building a coordinated system grounded in collaboration and partnership that provides all children high‑quality, evidence‑based, youth‑ and family‑centered care through an ambitious and comprehensive strategic plan. As part of this transformative work, we are creating an evidence‑based, comprehensive crisis care model to ensure patients and families receive timely, effective care during a mental health crisis. We are looking for a behavioral health clinician to join our efforts in becoming a national leader in pediatric crisis services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to patients and families seen in PMHI crisis services, which may span emergency room, ambulatory, and crisis stabilization clinical areas
• Engage in ongoing treatment monitoring, collaboration with other providers involved in a patient’s care, and disposition planning
• Maintain timely communication with team members, supervisor, and leadership
• Attend team meetings and educational in‑services
• Enter appropriate notes and charge captures that comply with state and federal standards in the medical record for all patients seen
• Supervise, teach, and mentor mental health trainees
• Engage in quality improvement projects
• Serve on committees, task forces, and/or workgroups
• This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed; it is not intended to be all‑inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Work Location

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

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: Master’s in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field.
• At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado license or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado (LCSW, LPC, LMFT).

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience working with youth and families post‑licensure.
• Experience providing evidence‑based crisis services to youth and families with acute mental health concerns.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Preference will be given to those who are eager to engage in all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching, scholarship, and service).
• Clinical expertise in flexibly providing evidence‑based assessment, treatment, and consultation to high‑acuity youth and families.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well‑organized work environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, trainees, patients, and families.
• Ability to provide effective supervision to mental health trainees and consultation with other mental health professionals.

Benefits

• 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

Compensation

Instructor: $72,000 – $95,000. Senior Instructor: $72,000 – $95,000. Possibility of up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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 nondiscrimination 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.