Griffith Centers is hiring Outpatient Clinician’s for our Substance Use Disorder Program. Clinicians will assess and provide development and treatment for clients experiencing mental health, substance use disorder or co-occurring difficulties,
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Qualifications:
Physical requirements include the following:
Job Duties:
Accepting applications through 10/31/2024
Schedule:
Required to work a full day (9am-5pm) on Wednesdays to attend in-person meetings and participate in clinical duties to assist our Nurse Practitioner. There’s flexibility for the other days of the week and working remotely is a possibility, although most work is on-site. The schedule will be discussed during the interview process. Our hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Heartland Mental Health is a small community mental health clinic for adults in Denver, Colorado. We provide effective and personalized services with a trauma informed approach in the Capital Hill area of Denver. Heartland Mental Health envisions a community of wellness where members flourish and live their best, self–directed lives. Through our outpatient psychiatric services and a day-time drop-in center, we serve adults who have various levels of mental health needs.
Our psychiatric outpatient clinic has an exciting opportunity for a licensed clinical social worker to partner with our clinic members to achieve their recovery goals, provide health promotion and maintenance. The outpatient clinic consists of two full-time licensed therapists (LCSW & LPC), a part-time Psychiatric Nurse and a part-time Nurse Practitioner. Our clinic members meet with our Nurse Practitioner on Wednesdays for medication evaluations. Our employees value Heartland’s culture of supporting our clients and providers through manageable caseloads of 30-40 clients for full-time therapists. Currently, we serve 50-60 adults in our outpatient clinic and intend to reach our goal of supporting 80 clients in the coming year.
Position Summary
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) will report directly to the Clinic Team Lead. The LCSW is responsible for providing direct care of mental clinical assessments, treatment planning and therapy services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness. In addition, the LCSW will coordinate closely with the Clinic Team Lead to implement clinical programming. The LCSW
provides clinical supervision to master’s level intern(s). Previous experience working in a mental health setting is required.
Responsibilities & Duties:
● Clinically assess, diagnosis and provide treatment to clients using standardized assessment/screening tools, and measures
● Plan and administer evidence-based therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and therapy to assist clients in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors
● Responsible for carrying a clinical caseload of 35-40 adults
● Consult external community providers concerning treatment plans and for coordination of care, as required
● Maintain regular contact with other agencies and professionals regarding client progress through phone calls, letters, and/or timed reporting
● Refer clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and therapy, as needed
● Provide case management services to clients as needed or assigned; ensure the clinic services address client’s needs and utilize area referral sources for needed specialty care, hospitalization, or advance psychiatric assessments and treatments
● Coordinate client’s use of other Heartland Mental Health programs and outside community resources
● Consult with Heartland Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and other providers regarding clients and regarding prescription medications prescribed by providers
● Identify clients with urgent mental health conditions (e.g., 27-10 (M-1) “mental health hold” valuations, suicidal, homicidal, psychotic, gravely disabled, etc.) and make appropriate referrals to available emergency or psychiatric treatment facilities
● Maintain appropriate documentation for all necessary billing information
● Maintains thorough, accurate and timely documentation of the provision of services, assessments, evaluations, and progress toward the completion of client’s treatment goals consistent with the clinical and administrative policies and procedures to meet requirements for medical records documentation
● Supervise a graduate school intern from a social work program for the academic year (September-May)
● With assistance from the Clinic Team Lead, hire, train, supervise and evaluate interns.
● Meet with internship supervisors and complete any required tasks
● Collaborate with the Clinic Team Lead to establish program goals and program development.
● Other duties as assigned
Requirements/Qualifications:
Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited school of social work. Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker
(LCSW) in good standing with the Board of social work of the state of Colorado.
Experience: 1-3 years of experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness preferred.
Minimum of one-year in outpatient mental health setting is required.
● Current Colorado driver’s license with clean driving record
Skills & Competencies:
● Knowledge or ability to learn and practice trauma informed principles and practices
● Skill in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with clients and their support systems
● Knowledge of the behavioral health needs of adults with serious mental illness
● Experience in proving individual and group therapy
● Great organization skills
● Attention to detail
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills
● Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team as a direct service provider
● Knowledge of community resources
● Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately
● Strong level of knowledge of the DSM-5-TR and diagnostic techniques
● Strong level of knowledge of electronic health record
● Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
● Ability to perform assignments with minimal supervision
● Ability to work independently and be self-directed and flexible
● Proactive and able to self-manage, prioritize work assignments, and manage multiple deadlines
● Ability to perform functions with minimal supervision
General Expectations:
● Be committed to the mission of Heartland Mental Health
● Behave in a professional manner and consistently demonstrate and promote our values of empowerment, community, quality, and respect for the clients, community members and all members of Heartland Mental Health staff.
● Committed to the constant pursuit of excellence and teamwork in improving the services for clients
● Be punctual for scheduled work and use time appropriately
● Perform duties in a conscientious, cooperative manner
● Perform required work in a timely fashion with a minimum of errors
● Be neat and maintain a professional appearance.
● Maintain confidentiality and protect Heartland Mental Health by abiding by laws and principles related to confidentiality; keep information concerning operations, clients and employees confidential
● This position requires compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, including Heartland Mental Health policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
● Knowledge of local resources and the Denver area
● Bilingual in English/Spanish
Join Griffith Centers and Make a Difference!
You are a passionate and dedicated mental health counselor looking to make a real impact in the lives of children and families?
Why Griffith Centers?
What You’ll Do:
Requirements:
We want to meet you.
If you are ready to make a positive impact in your community while growing as a private practice counselor, Griffith Centers for Children, Youth & Families wants to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a team that is dedicated to changing lives.
Join Griffith Centers and Make a Difference!
Are you a passionate and dedicated mental health counselor looking to make a real impact in the lives of children and families?
Why Griffith Centers?
What You’ll Do:
Requirements:
Join Griffith Centers and Make a Difference!
You are a passionate and dedicated mental health counselor looking to make a real impact in the lives of children and families? Griffith Centers for Children, Youth & Families is seeking two Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LPCC) to join our dynamic team in Colorado!
Why Griffith Centers?
What You’ll Do:
Requirements:
Accepting Applications untill 10/31/2024
QUALIFICATIONS:
Job Expectations/Responsibilities:
Supervision & Management
Ethical and Quality Standards
Continuous Improvement
Mental Health Colorado (MHC), Colorado’s leading advocate for Healthier Minds Across the Lifespan, seeks a skilled and experienced Clinical Director to grow our innovative and highly successful SAFER program
SAFER, an initiative of Mental Health Colorado, provides shelter and housing support with wrap-around services designed for individuals who are unhoused, living with serious mental health and often co-occurring substance use conditions, and experiencing or at risk of justice-involvement. We work in Arapahoe County, Colorado. SAFER provides a safe and supportive environment for participants to develop the skills and resources needed for independent living and successful community reintegration.
Position Summary:
The Clinical Director functions as an integral member of Mental Health Colorado’s SAFER management team to ensure the agency meets external and internal expectations and goals. Provides specialized strategic leadership and oversight of administrative and/or clinical functions for all aspects of multiple programs and associated staff as assigned. Develops and manages program budgets. Works with groups outside the organization, including regulatory agencies. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Duties Performed:
• Provide leadership, motivation, and direction to the clinical, business, and administrative staff of the agency, particularly for the programs and initiatives to which assigned.
• Accountable for the development, implementation, and functions of assigned programs and is responsible for the ongoing administration of existing programs and functions.
• Responsible for policy and procedure development specific to the areas to which assigned and participates in overall agency policy and procedure development and implementation.
• Collaborate with other management team members to ensure the development of training and oversight strategies assuring teams and agency functions follow all necessary regulations and agency policies and are in the best interest of the clients served. Participate in the development of center-wide strategies to ensure the same.
• Ensure assigned staff, teams, and responsibilities are presented with an accurate and favorable representation of the agency.
• Provide administrative oversight of clinical programs as assigned. Oversee all aspects of the agency’s program implementation, ensuring the programs are meeting clients’ needs, operating at optimal capacity, and effectively leveraging the organization’s resources. Ensure services are of high quality, appropriate, and consistent with stated models of care and selection; provide supervision and ensure the accountability of the middle-level managers is maintained.
• May provide oversight and/or primary responsibility for non-clinical programs essential to the functioning of the agency (e.g., Quality Improvement/Assurance, Compliance). Ensure non-clinical programs are complementary and collaborative with the management team.
• May be called upon to take the lead in special projects that are critical to agency success. In this role as project director, the Clinical Director will work closely with agency executives and other management personnel to develop, implement, train, and evaluate success.
• Develop and maintain cooperative, collaborative, and effective relationships with community partners that enhance the reputation of the agency. May be charged with the task of offering presentations to various community groups and organizations to increase understanding and improve the image of SAFER in the community.
• Ensure fiscal viability of SAFER, pursue, and maintain funding sources, and actively engage in budget development and management utilizing necessary applications and/or reports.
Minimum Qualifications:
• A commitment to social justice and advocacy for individuals with complex and co-occurring health needs involved in the criminal justice system who are experiencing homelessness and other vulnerabilities.
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, or another behavioral health field is required.
• Colorado clinical licensure in an appropriate discipline (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, Psych. D) is required.
• 3 years experience in an upper-level management position, plus 3 years experience in the clinical and/or program areas to the position assigned.
• Management and fiduciary experience in a healthcare non-profit agency.
Additional Eligibility Requirements:
• Annual Flu Vaccination
• Annual TB Testing
• A commitment to social justice and advocacy for individuals with SMI involved in the criminal justice system who are experiencing homelessness and other vulnerabilities.
Mental Health Lead
Therapist (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LP)
Pennock
Center for Counseling
211 S. 21st Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
303-655-9065
www.pennockcounseling.org
We are looking for someone who appreciates a positive, supportive professional
environment working with a skilled and compassionate team. Pennock Center for
Counseling is a great place to work! As a part of a supportive, collaborative
team where staff feel both nurtured and empowered, we provide the highest
quality mental health services to residents of Northeastern Metro Denver and
surrounding communities.
If you are looking for the following, this may be the position for you.
ü A place to feel appreciated for the work you do
ü Opportunities for growth and innovation
ü A relaxed environment
ü Flexibility in scheduling
ü Welcoming stand-alone building and modern offices
ü A place that values work/life balance
ü Manageable caseloads
ü A mission-driven organization
ü Finding satisfaction from helping meet the gaps in mental
health services
We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced clinician interested in overseeing our
clinical staff, clinical community partnerships, and our internship program.
Pennock Center for Counseling’s mission is to make mental health care
accessible and to meet the need for affordable, accessible care. If you have
strong leadership skills, an understanding of mental health practices, and a
desire to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
· Work closely and collaboratively with the Executive
Director to ensure high quality clinical services and to develop innovative
clinical programs and community partnerships
· Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations and assist in
all critical situations or clinical emergencies
· Monitor clinical staff workloads/assignments
· Maintain an individual caseload based on agency needs
· Provide clinical supervision, coaching, and mentoring to
staff and interns as required
· Monitor documentation and oversee clinical care to ensure
regulatory standards and/or contractual requirements are met
· Monitor Medicaid requirements and maintain Medicaid
eligibility for the center
· Seek out new internship opportunities and maintain
relationships with graduate schools
· Interview potential interns and coordinate their
orientation and training
· Maintain a positive, ethical, and professional working
relationship with community, government agencies, and other professionals
· Maintain an active Colorado license
· Perform other duties as requested
Skills
and Knowledge:
· Knowledge of clinical perspectives, approaches and
interventions
· Knowledge of effective assessment and treatment planning
· Knowledge of community resources and treatment options
· Advanced written and oral communication, decision making
and problem-solving skills, and efficient time management
· Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work
independently and as part of a team, collaborating with others within the
organization and in the community
· Ability to accept direction and delegation of work under
the supervision of the Executive Director
Education
and Experience:
· Master’s degree in a related clinical field such as Social
Work, Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Psychology
· Colorado license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LP). Clinician close to
licensure with the required experience may be considered
· Previous supervisory experience is preferred
· Bilingual ability is a plus
Salary:
$80,000 – $83,000 annually
To
apply: Email
a cover letter and resume to Jody Pierce, ED, jody@pennockcounseling.org
The Police Based Co-Responder will provide early intervention assessment, referrals and clinical case management services to persons in the community that are identified by Lakewood Police Department officers as possibly having mental health issues. To provide information, education, liaison, and transition services to various networks within Jefferson Center for Mental Health (Jefferson Center) and with federal, state, and community based agencies and resources. To provide training and on-going education for officers to increase awareness of crisis de-escalation, mental health issues and intervention. To provide family members with necessary information and education to further assist persons with mental illness and for themselves.
Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
Salary Grade 51-Master’s Unlicensed Clinician $57,000 – $64,000*
Salary Grade 52- (Licensed Clinician LCSW, LMFT, LPC) $70,000 – $77,200*
Additional Salary Information*:
Application deadline: 11/11/2024. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Under the supervision of the Director of Wellbeing, the Neighborhood Program Manager is responsible for coordination and supervision of all aspects of the administration and supervision of the neighborhoods within the Mothership at Urban Peak. This includes response to emergency situations, oversight and back-up for aspects of programming in all neighborhoods and assisting with program oversight within each neighborhood in the Mothership.
Duties include oversight of each neighborhood at the Mothership at their respective staff and programs, program evaluations, assisting with move in and outs of clients in the neighborhoods and assisting with grant management as it pertains to the neighborhoods. The Neighborhood Program Manager must be able to work with each affinity group of the neighborhood’s including; newcomers, pregnant and parenting youth and their small children, youth exiting or in foster care, youth in recovery, intellectual and or developmental delays/high acuity, and folks working on independent living skills.
This position will ensure that interactions, interventions and environments at Urban Peak are trauma informed and emphasize the physical and emotional safety of youth and staff.
Who You Are:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field and three (3) years’ related work experience and two (2) years’ supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience OR
A Master’s degree in education, business, communication or a related field and a minimum of two (2) years’ of experiences working with youth
• Lived experience reflective of the youth we serve encouraged but not required
• Experience with providing case management and supervision to staff working with youth experiencing homelessness
• Ability to connect and work effectively with a diverse youth population
• The ability to connect well, work effectively and communicate in a culturally responsive manner with a diverse youth population
• An understanding of trauma informed interactions and/or a willingness to learn and adopt this approach
• Ability and desire to work within a crisis intervention agency
• Must be computer proficient and possess experience of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, teams, and Excel) as well as salesforce and HMIS
• Understanding of the provision of and commitment to trauma informed care and positive youth development
• Must be insurable as a driver on Urban Peak’s auto liability policy to transport youth using an Urban Peak vehicle and an approved personal vehicle
• Ability to use second language in written and verbal communication highly desired (Spanish, Vietnamese, ASL)
• Ability to pass both federal and state background checks, and a pre-employment TB screening
What You Will Do:
Milieu Supervision
• Assist with providing milieu supervision through a trauma informed approach, working to ensure the physical and emotional safety of the youth and their environment.
• Provide programming that supports the building of healthy relationships
• Work with youth to maintain cleanliness of the environment
• Provide crisis intervention, phone counseling and support of milieu as necessary
• Work closely with other staff and agency programs to coordinate activities, providing clear and effective communication with other staff regarding clients
• Work directly with youth, as needed, to support their goals and assist them in managing relationships/behavior
• Provide appropriate emergency interventions, as needed, and/or guide staff in providing such intervention
• Provide support to other programs in emergency situations
• Work with Urban Peak staff and community agencies on collaborative projects and programs, group work, recreational activities, meals, and client service planning
Program Oversight/Quality Assurance
• Plan and coordinate programming, oversight and implementation throughout neighborhoods
• Plan and coordinate new hire training
• Document relevant and significant events that occur during the shift in the Communication Log, crossover, and Salesforce/HMIS
• Plan and facilitate weekly staff meetings
• Meet with individual staff weekly for 1:1 supervision
• Ensure accurate program intakes and recording of client services
Supervision
• Effectively supervises and manages direct reports and provides, by example and leadership, motivation and direction to employees of the organization.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable state and federal employment laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; recognizing and rewarding employees; corrective disciplinary procedures and practices under direction of the Director of Wellbeing, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensures annual employee performance reviews are conducted in a timely and effective manner. Evaluates performance of employees for compliance with established policies and objectives of the organization and contributions in attaining objectives.
• Helps set the tone of the department to ensure morale, team work, and that the positive employment culture of the organization is maintained.
• Regularly schedule department and staff 1:1 meeting to provide leadership, development, and a forum for communication to ensure coordination and collaboration in meeting organization and individual goals.
• Manage programs and report monthly variances to supervisor and Assistant Director of Data and Evaluation.
What We Offer:
• Salary Range: $70,000 to $75,000
• 100% Employer paid Medical and Dental plans – Buy-up plans available
o Tele-health & Dispatch Health included
• FSA & Dependent Care
• Vision | Accident Coverage | Critical Care & Hospital Extended Stay Plans
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with company match
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• RTD Eco Pass
• 10 Paid Holidays & Paid Sick Time
• 120 hours of vacation to start
• Second Language pay differential
• Staff support for lateral growth through training and mentorship
Who We Are:
Founded in 1988, Urban Peak is the only non-profit organization in Denver that provides a full convergence of services for youth ages 15 through 24 experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Our goal is to meet youth where they are and to provide them with the assistance and support, they need to become self-sufficient or obtain the necessary services they need to exit a life on the streets.
Urban Peak provides numerous programs and services that are founded on the principles of trauma-informed care and Positive Youth Development to assist youth in reaching their potential and living a successful life off the streets. Services include street outreach, a 40-bed shelter for youth ages 15 through 20, a daytime drop-in center, supportive housing, education and employment services, case management, life skills courses, behavioral health evaluations, meals and more. The youth served at the shelter come from a variety of backgrounds, and we strive to be a safe community for all youth, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, class, educational background, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ability status.
The Denver Urban Peak embraces diversity and considers all qualified candidates that have an interest in the non-profit sector. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, HIV/AIDS status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We encourage all candidates to apply.