Behavioral Health ClinicianThe Marcus Institute for Brain Health Open Rank
Behavioral Health ClinicianThe Marcus Institute for Brain Health Open Rank
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Department:School of Medicine Department of Family Medicine
Job Title: Behavioral Health Clinician/The Marcus Institute for Brain Health Open Rank
Position # 832865 Requisition #36607
Job Summary:
The MIBH currently seeks a fulltime Behavioral Health (BH) clinician who will work within an interdisciplinary team setting. The position will provide individual BH patient assessments to determine the level of behavioral and psychological function and subsequent treatment recommendations. As part of the treatment experience for patients at the MIBH the BH practitioner will provide education and trauma informed therapy for IOP cohorts consisting of approximately six ten patients. The position must adhere to the State of Colorado Code of Ethics for his/her relevant discipline.
Examples of Work Performed
The duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
- Conducting initial health and behavior assessments for individual patients during the evaluation phase of care
- Communicating results of the assessment to the interdisciplinary team and the patient in a professional and culturally competent manner (military and responder)
- Working independently and within an interdisciplinary team to implement a treatment plan and adjust it according to clinical needs of the patient
- Providing individual education and trauma informed behavioral health treatment addressing a wide range of behavioral and social aspects of brain health
- Conducting education for individuals groups and family members with a focus on sleep mood regulation anxiety reduction strategies and overall brain health
- Building relationships with patients that foster early communication of risky situations to allow for preventative interventions
- Preparing appropriate documentation in a timely and culturally sensitive manner including evaluations progress notes treatment plans and charges
- Assist in developing program processes policies and procedures and best practices
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora Colorado.
Why Join Us:
The Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a clinical care and research institute for persons with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and associated physical and physiological health conditions such as posttraumatic stress depression and anxiety. The primary focus of the MIBH is to provide an interdisciplinary care team approach for military Veterans and activeduty personnel and first responders who have sustained mild to moderate TBI and are experiencing persistent posttraumatic symptoms and problems including cognitive physical and behavioral dysfunction. This includes comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment and an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) that integrates conventional medicine with complementary and alternative treatment modalities.
Why work for the University
We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional 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
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Qualifications:
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 or Assistant Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Instructor:
- Masters degree in social work Clinical Psychology or Counseling
- Colorado license in their professional discipline or ability to obtain license
- 3 years direct patient care experience with patients with TBI and behavioral health problems
- 3 years direct experience in evidencesupported clinical trauma resolution techniques such as EMDR PE CPT or Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully within an interdisciplinary care team
Senior Instructor:
- Masters degree in social work Clinical Psychology or Counseling
- Colorado license in their professional discipline or ability to obtain license
- 4 years direct patient care experience with patients with TBI and behavioral health problems
- 4 years direct experience in evidencesupported clinical trauma resolution techniques such as EMDR PE CPT or Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully within an interdisciplinary care team
Assistant Professor:
- Masters degree in social work Clinical Psychology or Counseling
- Colorado license in their professional discipline or ability to obtain license
- 5 years direct patient care experience with patients with TBI and behavioral health problems
- 5 years direct experience in evidencesupported clinical trauma resolution techniques such as EMDR PE CPT or Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully within an interdisciplinary care team
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5 years direct patient care experience with patients with TBI and behavioral health problems
- PhD in Social Work Clinical Psychology or Counseling preferred
- Clinical experience working with military Veterans and activeduty service members
- Clinical experience working with individuals with sleep problems chronic suicidality chronic pain and addiction
- Knowledge of substance use disorders
- Advanced certification such as Certified Brain Injury Specialist
- Experience in clinical program development
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
To be successful in this position candidates will need the following:
- Ability to build relationships across a diverse range of cultural settings.
- Clinical skill and flexibility in conducting psychotherapy interventions with complex patients to address individual needs
- Clinical skill in conducting brief and targeted assessments to provide psychotherapy interventions health and behavior change and triage for individuals in crisis
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members at all levels throughout the MIBH and the University of Colorado
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral formats
- Ability to maintain a positive and cooperative attitude as well as solution focused approaches to problem solving
- Ability to organize and prioritize with minimal direction and maintain a wellorganized work environment
- Desire to work within a mission driven patient centered environment
- Ability to problemsolve use good judgment and navigate diverse personalities and various belief systems
- Ability to search and critically review best evidence to guide clinical decision making and effectively share knowledge with colleagues
- Ability to set objectives establish priorities and follow initiatives
- Ability to work in continually changing conditions
- Ability to work under moderate to high levels of stress
- Current knowledge of or willingness to learn about military and first responder cultures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills including the ability to work with a variety of applications
How to Apply:
For full consideration please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration apply by 4/14/25.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Instructor: $90000 to $100000
Senior Instructor: $100000 to $110000
Assistant Professor: $110000 to $115000
The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is nonexempt.
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: 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 .
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 COVID19 virus and othervaccine 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 theoccupational health medical surveillance program.
Employment Type
Full-Time
