Behavioral Health Advocate Women's Health Full Time

Valley View•Glenwood Springs, CO

5d•$20 - $29

About The Position

Valley View is hiring a full-time Behavioral Health Advocate for its Women’s Health team. Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Supervisor and Women’s Health Director, the advocate provides care coordination to patients at elevated risk of health deterioration, social determinants of health, sentinel events, or poor outcomes. The role supports the Women’s Health team and Behavioral Health Provider in coordinating and managing care for vulnerable patients, helping ensure comprehensive care across health settings and providers and continuity during transitions of care, particularly for patients with complex medical, behavioral, and social needs. The position requires at least one year of medical or behavioral health experience. An associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, although significant behavioral health and/or substance abuse experience may be considered in place of a degree. Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required or must be obtained within three months of hire. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are strongly preferred. CAC I or higher is preferred, or the candidate must be willing to obtain it. The listed salary range is $20.00 to $28.87 per hour. Entry salary depends on education, skill set, and experience. Valley View is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Requirements

At least one year of medical or behavioral health experience.
Current BLS through the American Heart Association, or obtain it within three months of hire.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to understand and present verbal instructions and exchange verbal information.
Ability to establish and maintain effective, courteous working relationships with patients, families, co-workers, and others.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks.
Ability to work in a Windows-based computer environment.
Ability to work in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field; significant experience in behavioral health and/or substance abuse may be considered in place of a degree.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.
Experience working with substance abuse issues.
CAC I or higher, or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

Provide care coordination to patients most at risk for health deterioration, social determinants of health, sentinel events, and/or poor outcomes.
Assist the Women’s Health team and Behavioral Health Provider in coordinating and managing care for vulnerable patients.
Help ensure patients receive comprehensive care across multiple health settings and providers.
Ensure continuity and coordination of care across transitions, with special attention to patients with complex medical, behavioral, and social needs.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including coverage for eligible dependents.
Employer-paid basic life coverage with buy-up options.
Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care.
Paid time off, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), paid sick and bereavement leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and leaves of absence.
Tuition assistance.
Retirement Plan 401(a).
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services.
Voluntary benefits and perks, including discounted RFTA bus passes, discounted gym memberships, corporate ski passes, and a free car seat for eligible Valley View employees’ newborn or adopted babies.
Free use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes, based on availability.
Eligibility for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Relocation and other financial assistance may apply.