Clinical Director of Day Programs (Ph.D., Psy.D.)

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

80d • $105,000 - $205,000

About The Position

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 with high-quality, evidence-based, youth- and family-centered care through an ambitious and comprehensive strategic plan. As part of this transformative work, we are seeking a Clinical Director of Day Programs to join our efforts who has a vision towards advancing clinical care, research, and education to further the mission of the Division as a national leader in child mental health services. This leader will be dedicated to improving care for patients served in our mental health Day Programs across the system of care including our Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization Program, Medical Day Treatment Program, and Partial Hospitalization Programs (North Campus, Anschutz Medical Campus, and Telstar in Colorado Springs) within the PMHI Division of Outpatient Services. Ideal candidates should have proven interdisciplinary clinical leadership experience and skills, a strong clinical practice background, involvement in training, and a record of excellence in scholarship. A successful candidate must have demonstrated excellence in working with faculty, trainees, and administration from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree
• 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience for Assistant Professor rank
• 4-7 years of relevant clinical experience for Associate Professor rank
• 7+ years of relevant clinical experience for Professor rank
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience following completion of a postdoctoral fellowship that includes clinical and administrative responsibilities, preferably within a day program/partial hospitalization program mental health setting
• Experience working in an academic medical center
• Experience working in an APA-accredited training program

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated strong interdisciplinary team leadership
• Demonstrated success in developing, implementing, and evaluating clinical programming in a complex and fast-paced environment
• Ability to convene stakeholders and lead a change management process
• 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
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Able to recruit and develop clinical faculty to build specialized areas of expertise including research, quality, education, and clinical work
• Ability to nurture strong interdisciplinary collaborations among faculty with diverse programmatic interests and across campus and community partners
• Ability to provide effective supervision to mental health trainees and consultation with other mental health professionals
• Knowledge of research and quality improvement methodology, as well as the ability to independently conduct research and/or quality improvement projects
• Clinical expertise in evidence-based practices for children and families served within pediatric day program/partial hospitalization clinical services
• Ability to balance the priorities of the Division with those of PMHI, CHCO, DCAMH/DOP, and other partners to ensure the overall goals of all entities are achieved

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PMHI and Division Leadership in designing and implementing evidence-based clinical programming within the Day Programs
• Collaborate with the PMHI Ambulatory Section Head to set standards of practice within the Day Programs
• Collaborate with PMHI and Divisional Leadership in programmatic/clinic operations, tactical planning, and regulatory efforts within the Day Programs
• Lead efforts to monitor and maintain fidelity to standards of practice and clinical models used within the Day Programs
• Conduct ongoing assessment of clinical services within the Day Programs to ensure effectiveness of care being provided
• Lead quality improvement activities and conduct high-quality research within the Day Programs
• Collaborate with PMHI Leadership and Division Leadership to coordinate and collaborate on initiatives, projects, and processes within and across PMHI Divisions
• Provide direct clinical care to patients and families seen in relevant PMHI clinical services
• Contribute to the DOP teaching and scholarship in ways consistent with the expectations of CU faculty, advancing the standing of the Department
• Engage in service to the department, hospital, and local/regional/national organizations
• Maintain eligibility for CU faculty appointment

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree