Behavioral Health Technician II â Swing Shift
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry Addiction Research & Treatment Services (ARTS) Inspiration for Men
Job Title:Behavioral Health Technician II Swing Shift
Position: #Requisition: #36824
Job Summary:
The University of Colorado School of Medicine Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) is seeking a fulltime Behavioral Health Technician for the Inspiration for Men program. Inspiration for Men provides residential substance use treatment services to men. Inspiration for Men provides up to 90day residential stays for men with severe substance use and cooccurring mental health disorders. The program provides drug and alcohol assessment psychosocial and pharmacological treatment psychiatric services and medication management. The behavioral health technician position is responsible for the observation monitoring of clients intervening and recording client activity.
This position is located at the Ft. Logan Campus and will be scheduled during Swing Shift hours of 4pm12am.
Key Responsibilities:
- Observe monitor and intervene in drug/alcohol treatment through acting as a support staff to the Substance/Behavioral Health Clinician.
- Assure client compliance with program structure.
- Filing and auditing charts uploading patient information into the electronic health record.
- Assist counselors with cognitive/behavioral approaches and assignments.
- Support monitor and document leisure activities and meals.
- Support monitor and document urine screens and administer and document patient medications.
- Perform routine inspections of residential premises both inside and out as well as conduct facility head counts and fire drills.
- Inventory patient property.
- Conduct room and patient bed checks.
- Transport patients off site as needed.
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite and is located at the Ft. Logan Grounds Denver CO.
Why Join Us:
Our Behavioral Health Technician position is an exciting opportunity to work in the substance use field with clients who are looking to enrich their lives. Gain invaluable experience in various fields such as substance use treatment mental health and corrections. Our topnotch team works passionately to provide clinical services and hope to individuals struggling with addiction.
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:
- High school diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED).
- One (1) year of experience in a behavioral health field.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in psychology counseling counseling psychology or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Possess a Certified Addiction Technician (now known as a CAT) certification or higher.
- Experience working in a substance use disorder treatment program with adult male clients.
- Experience using an Electronic Medical Record.
- Experience and knowledge of Federal Confidentiality laws concerning Drug and Alcohol treatment and HIPAA.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must agree to fingerprinting and a criminal background check. Required background checks include a review with the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
- Subject to preemployment postaccident or incident or reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing per AMC Addiction Research and Treatment Services Department Policies.
- Individuals in recovery from substance abuse must have one (1) year of abstinence from alcohol and drug problems.
- Must possess and maintain a valid State of Colorado Drivers License or be able to obtain a valid State of Colorado drivers license within 30 days of hire.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- 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.
- Outstanding customer service skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn software programs.
- Ability to elevate decision making to a higher level based on policies and procedures.
- Ability to investigate evaluate and fact check information that needs to be conveyed to outside constituencies in the matters of their clients we treat in a complete and professional manner.
- Ability to be nonjudgmental and respectful of others beliefs values and culture.
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:
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified but preference will be given to complete applications received by June 1st 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $43806 $50822.
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 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: Employment 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.
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 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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
