LCSW or LPC - Program Coordinator - 3.7 SUD - Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry - 4 x 10 hr shifts

Denver Health•Denver, CO

1d•$70,400 - $105,600

About The Position

The Program Coordinator joins Denver Health’s specialized Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatry unit and is responsible for the operational excellence of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and mental health programming at the 3.7 level of care. The role develops and executes curriculum, arranges specialized educational content, and facilitates consistent, high-quality therapeutic groups throughout the day. Under minimal supervision, the coordinator plans, organizes, and implements social work treatment for patients and families. The position assesses biopsychosocial needs, develops individualized plans of care related to patients’ medical care, and provides clinical interventions using personal, family, and community resources. Services include crisis intervention, supportive counseling, case consultation, and care coordination. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts per week, either Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday. The listed work type is regular.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a CSWE-accredited college or university.
1–3 years of full-time post-master’s social work practice under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Current LCSW license from a state licensing board or current LPC license from a state licensing board.
Knowledge of case management components, crisis intervention, and brief therapy processes.
Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, and diagnoses, with the ability to demonstrate this knowledge verbally and in writing.
Clinical judgment, independent analysis, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served in the healthcare setting.
Skill in establishing a treatment alliance and engaging patients in goal setting and prioritization.
Ability to advocate professionally, manage professional relationships including termination or transition of care, and respond to trauma or psychiatric emergencies.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive, individualized biopsychosocial assessments and provide interventions appropriate to presenting problems.
Perform case management activities including assessment, care planning, care coordination, monitoring, follow-up, reassessment, and documentation.
Evaluate emotional factors and the impact of health issues; help patients identify strengths and challenges and develop coordinated care and discharge or transition plans.
Coordinate care throughout the continuum of care or hospitalization, from case referral to case closure, and delegate appropriate activities to care team members.
Apply knowledge of individual, group, and family functioning to select treatment methods and develop effective, socioculturally sensitive therapeutic interventions.
Consult, negotiate, and coordinate with internal and external resources to support collaborative efforts and patient outcomes.
Facilitate multidisciplinary communication and patient care meetings, including case conferences and family meetings.
Educate staff about the social work role on the healthcare team and support patient involvement in care planning and goal setting, with informed consent documented.
Apply knowledge of growth and development, cultural information, and patients’ cultural, religious, ethnic, and social systems in assessment, care planning, and education.
Use knowledge of programs and eligibility requirements to obtain appropriate resources and services, educate others, identify gaps, and suggest alternatives.
Participate in peer review, staff meetings, group supervision, staff development, and assigned task groups; use supervision to address learning needs and practice issues.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate retirement plan eligibility with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other perks.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer, with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligible employer.