Behavioral Health Clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) for Outpatient Mood Specialty Program

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

29d • $72,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Outpatient Clinic with primary responsibilities in the Mood Disorders Specialty Program. This position may be eligible for a one-time sign on bonus up to $5,000. 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 comprehensive, evidence-based, outpatient specialty care programs, including a Mood Disorders Program. We are looking for a behavioral health clinician to join our efforts in becoming a national leader in the assessment and treatment of mood disorders.

Requirements

• Master’s in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field must have a Colorado License or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)
• 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Clinical knowledge and experience in evidence-based assessment and treatment of youth mental health concerns, most notably mood disorders, and their families in an outpatient mental health setting
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience working with youth and families post-licensure
• Experience providing evidence-based assessment and treatment to youth with mood disorders and their families
• Preference will be given to those who are eager to engage in all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching, scholarship, and service).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to patients and families including completing diagnostic evaluations, as well as providing individual, family, and group therapy.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• 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
• Engage in quality improvement projects
• Serve on committees, task forces, and/or workgroups

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees