HDFS - Behavioral Health Interventionist

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

16d • $90 - $91

About The Position

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies seeks applications for doctoral-level behavioral health interventionists that will deliver manualized, evidence-based psychosocial interventions (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based intervention, interpersonal psychotherapy) with groups of adolescents experiencing or at-risk for mental and/or cardiometabolic health issues in the context of clinical research trials. The behavioral health interventionist will additionally participate in regular didactic training and individual/group clinical supervision. This clinical position may also require assessment of mental health concerns (e.g., depression, self-harm, suicidality, disordered eating behaviors) via empirically supported semi-structured clinical interviews, risk assessment, and risk management intervention delivery

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (PhD, PsyD, or comparable credential)
• 2 years of experience
• Must be available for clinical supervision intervention groups on weekdays during after-school/evening hours (4pm - 8pm)

Responsibilities

• Deliver manualized, evidence-based psychosocial interventions (e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based intervention, interpersonal psychotherapy) with groups of adolescents experiencing or at-risk for mental and/or cardiometabolic health issues in the context of clinical research trials.
• Assess mental health concerns (e.g., depression, self-harm, suicidality, disordered eating) via empirically supported semi-structured clinical interviews.
• Provide risk management interventions to adolescents reporting suicidal ideation and/or self-injurious behaviors.
• Supervise study team members (undergraduate and graduate students, postbaccalaureate research staff, postdoctoral fellows) in conducting mental health assessments, risk management, and intervention delivery.
• Contribute to regular didactic training opportunities, such as team research meetings and didactics offered through the Children’s Hospital Colorado Lifestyle Medicine program.
• Weekly individual/group clinical supervision.

Benefits

• Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service.
• With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees