OJJDP Violence Prevention SpecialistCare Coordinator
OJJDP Violence Prevention SpecialistCare Coordinator
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:Pediatrics Section of Adolescent Medicine
Job Title: OJJDP Violence Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator
Position #:Requisition #:36734
Job Summary:
The Violence Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator (Nurse MSW LSW LCSW) will serve several roles for the Comprehensive HospitalBased Adolescent Violence Assessment and Treatment at Childrens Hospital Colorado (). This is a fulltime 1.0 FTE) grantfunded position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate patients interfacing with the CHAVAT including reviewing charts for eligibility for the program providing outreach to families and coordinating intakes.
- Conduct assessments and provide brief motivational interviewing interventions for youth at risk for are having already perpetrating violence.
- Conduct MIfocused interventions focusing on ways to reduce both violence perpetration gun carrying and gun violence in the outpatient setting.
- Communicate treatment plans to the other behavioral health specialists involved in the CHAVAT as well as coordinate appointments with youth and their families.
- Coordinate wraparound services setting up appointments between youth identified in the emergency department or hospital setting for outpatient management.
- Participate in the care of approximately 100 clients annually.
- Other activities as deemed necessary by the supervisor.
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora CO.
Why Join Us:
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.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in social work or a directly related field.
- At least two 2 years of clinical experience working with adolescents and families.
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must successfully pass a drug test through Childrens Hospital Colorado.
- Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check.
*For questions regarding Childrens Hospital drug testing requirements please contact Childrens Human Resources at. Some positions may require testing if access to Childrens Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required it will be listed in the job posting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Social Work (MSW).
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Ideally but not limited to at least 3 years of experience working with atrisk adolescents and young adults (substance use juvenile justice violence prevention).
- Proficient in Motivational Interviewing skills.
- Experience with traumainformed care.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Counseling skills.
- Efficient with organizational skills and basic computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work with a team of healthcare providers.
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. Three to five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration apply by June 30 2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The hiring range for this position has been established as $66536 to $84634.
The above hiring range represents the Universitys 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.
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 .
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 othervaccinepreventable 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 safetysensitive job duties you must enroll in theoccupational health medical surveillance program.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
