Behavioral Health Clinician-Eating Disorders

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine - Department of Psychiatry, Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - Pediatric Mental Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado

Open Rank (Instructor-Professor)- Behavioral Health Clinician (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) for the Pediatric Eating Disorders Specialty Clinic

Position 00804448 - Requisition 28127

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Department Of Psychiatry Diversity Equity Inclusion Information:

The purpose of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee is to hold the Department of Psychiatry's (DOP) faculty, staff, and trainees accountable for promoting a culture of inclusive excellence and respect. We are committed to continuous education, sustaining cultural humility, and action related to DEI topics including a systematic review of policies and procedures to ensure they are in alignment with the DOP DEI mission and vision.

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The DOP, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU) and Children's Hospital Colorado (CHCO) has an opening for a full-time Behavioral Health Clinician with thePediatric Mental Health Institute (PMHI) Pediatric Eating Disorders Specialty Clinic at CHCO.Please note this is an open-rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below.

Nature of Work

This position is primarily responsible for direct patient care of children and adolescents with eating disorders and their families. This includes diagnostic assessment, treatment, and discharge planning for youth and their families in the Eating Disorders Specialty Clinic at the Anschutz Medical Campus and/or at one of the CHCO Networks of Care. Experience with Family-Based Treatment (FBT), Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and/or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are preferred. There will be opportunities to work with youth and families with other psychiatric concerns in the general outpatient psychiatry clinic as well. Although there may be opportunities to engage in training, supervision, and/or scholarship, this role is considered a Clinical Only position.

Professional Field

Mental Health Counseling

Examples of Work Performed

• Provides direct patient care to children, adolescents, and their families, including completing diagnostic evaluations, as well as providing individual, family, and group therapy.
• Develops and implements evidence-based treatment plans
• Engages in ongoing treatment monitoring and disposition planning
• Collaborates with internal and external providers involved in a patient's care to coordinate on the treatment plan and progress.
• Maintains timely communication with team members, supervisor, and divisional leadership.
• Attends team meetings and educational in-services.
• Enters appropriate notes and charge captures that comply with state and federal standards in the medical record for all patients seen.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

The Behavioral Health Clinician reports to the PMHI Clinical Director, Dr. Jessica Hawks.

Supervision Exercised

The Behavioral Health Clinician will not supervise other employees. There may be opportunities to provide supervision, training, and mentoring to mental health trainees.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Clinical knowledge and experience in evidence-based assessment and treatment of youth mental health concerns, most notably eating disorders, and their families in an outpatient mental health setting
• 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
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, trainees, patients, and families
• Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion practices

Salary and Benefits

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

Instructor:  $59000 to $80,000

Senior Instructor: $59,000 to $80,000

Assistant Professor: $59,000 to $80,000

Associate Professor: $59,000 to $80,000

Professor: $59,000 to $80,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

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.

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.

 Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

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

Diversity and Equity

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.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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. 

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible within the State of Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience
• 3,000 supervised clinical hours

Senior Instructor:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible within the State of Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience
• 3,000 supervised clinical hours

Assistant Professor:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible within the State of Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience
• 3,000 supervised clinical hours

Associate Professor:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible within the State of Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• 4-7 years of relevant clinical experience
• 3,000 supervised clinical hours

Professor:

• Master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible within the State of Colorado (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• 7 years of relevant clinical experience
• 3,000 supervised clinical hours

Preferred Qualifications (applicable for all ranks)

• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience working with youth and families post-licensure
• Experience providing evidence-based assessment and treatment to youth with eating disorders and their families