Adolescent Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist (Entry - Senior Level)

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Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) Synergy

Job Title : Adolescent Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist (Entry - Senior Level)

Position : #00635671 - Requisition : #34324

Job Summary :

This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of the leading adolescent substance use treatment programs in Colorado.

Synergy, the adolescent component of Addiction Research and Treatment Services within the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado School of Medicine seeks to fill a full-time (1.

0 FTE) Adolescent Behavioral Health Outpatient Therapist position in an office-based substance use treatment program for adolescents.

The outpatient therapist will provide office-based individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy to adolescents who struggle with substance use and co-occurring mental health issues.

Utilizing evidenced based models such as Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the therapist will work with the adolescent and their parents to prevent higher levels of care and further involvement in the juvenile justice system.

In addition, the outpatient therapist will be trained in other evidenced-based group-based models, such as Seeking Safety and DBT groups, and deliver these models to youth.

Lastly, the therapist will provide care coordination with other professionals involved with the youth, such as Human Services caseworkers, probation officers, GAL's, etc.

Urinalysis screens are an essential component of substance use treatment; therefore, this position also requires administering UAs to clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to help with Synergy's expansion efforts to reach and serve more youth. In addition, it is an excellent opportunity to be trained in various evidence-based treatment models.

Synergy's main offices are located on the Ft. Logan campus; however, Synergy has a satellite office at the Family Resource Pavilion (FRP) located at 9700 E.

Easter Lane in Centennial. This position could potentially work out of both locations. In addition, Synergy is working to create community partnerships in order to reach more teens in need, therefore the goal would also be to deliver group therapy in other adolescent community locations, such as The Center, in order to reach more teens.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide individual therapy and family therapy to a caseload of up to 25 clients.
• Deliver evidenced-based group therapy for adolescents.
• Participate in weekend on-call phone support rotation, which occurs once every 2 months.
• Provide clinical evaluations and / or intake pre-screenings to assess client qualifications and individual treatment needs and provide appropriate treatment recommendations.
• Complete clinical documentation in our electronic health record for all clients.

Work Location :

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule. Most of the direct clinical work will be in-person at either Ft Logan, FRP, or a partner site.

However, some telehealth work will occur and opportunities for remote work on clinical documentation.

Why Join Us :

This is an incredible opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team of therapists (LPCC & LSW), supervisors (LCSW, LPC, LAC), and psychiatrists.

The team works collaboratively and closely to provide comprehensive evaluations, psychiatric evaluations, ongoing substance use and mental health treatment and referrals as necessary.

The team is committed to helping adolescents and their families create positive changes, prevent out of home placement, reduce involvement in the criminal justice system and most importantly, reduce morbidity and mortality.

In addition : Synergy / ARTS will provide training in the evidenced-based group model(s).

• Synergy is able to offer the unique opportunity to receive licensure supervision, for LPC licensure and LCSW licensure.
• Synergy offers FREE certified addiction training for CAS and LAC.
• Synergy staff are eligible for loan forgiveness.

Our passion for recovery is second to none and we strive to offer the best treatment and long-term success. This is an autonomous position with opportunities to work remotely and allowing for some flexibility within your schedule.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care.

For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu .

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including :

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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Diversity and Equity :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff.

The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans.

In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Entry Level :

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or related field.
• Registration with the Department of Regulatory Agencies to practice in Colorado.
• Eligibility to be credentialed as LAC, LPC, LCSW or LMFT with the State of Colorado within two (2) years of hire.

Intermediate Level :

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or related field.
• Registration with the Department of Regulatory Agencies to practice in Colorado.
• One (1) year of professional (post-graduate) level experience working in the field of counseling, social work, or substance use.
• Eligibility to be credentialed as LAC, LPC, LCSW or LMFT with the State of Colorado within one (1) year of hire.

Senior Level :

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or related field.
• Registration with the Department of Regulatory Agencies to practice in Colorado.
• Two (2) years of professional (post-graduate) level experience working in the field of counseling, social work, or substance use.
• Eligible to be credentialed as LAC, LPC, LCSW or LMFT with the State of Colorado.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Bilingual (Spanish / English) and ethnic minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Experience in treating substance use disorders.
• Clinical experience treating adolescents and / or families.
• Experience implementing evidence-based treatment interventions and participation in clinical supervision that includes assessment of fidelity and adherence measures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Ability to balance job expectations around caseload, clinical contact and outcomes, and case management including paperwork.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Ability to conduct self in a professional manner and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and outside organizations.
• Ability to remain objective while managing conflicting points of view.
• Ability to engage and develop appropriate therapeutic relationships with clients, which includes establishing clear boundaries with clients.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and electronic health records.
• Organized and timely with submitting paperwork, entering services in EHR, addressing alerts in EHR.

How to Apply :

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s) :

A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)

Curriculum vitae / Resume

Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to : Alexie Devine, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins :

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 9

2024 .

Anticipated Pay Range :

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as :

Entry Level : $56,556 - $71,939

Intermediate Level : $61,546 - $78,287

Senior Level : $66,537 - $84,635

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator : http : / / www.cu.edu / node / 153125

ADA Statement :

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.

[email protected] .

Background Check Statement :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors.

To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement :

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively.

In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

Health Care

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20280 - SOM-PSYCH-ARTS SP / G

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Jul 24, 2024

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : Alexis Devine

Posting Contact Email : [email protected]

Position Number : 00635671