Behavioral Health Clinician

Job Description 

Position: Behavioral Health Clinician 

 Classification: Non-Exempt  

Reports to: Director of Behavioral Health 

Location: Colorado Health Network; Denver; Colorado  

Starting Salary:   

Level 1 (Entry level up to 2 years of direct experience): $25.08 per hour 

Level II (3+ years of direct experience):  $26.33 per hour 

 Bilingual premium for qualifying languages is 3.5% higher than starting salary if pass bilingual exam on first week of hire. 

About Us 

At Colorado Health Network (CHN), we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that celebrates individuality, creativity, and the unique perspectives each employee brings. We welcome applicants with diverse lived experiences, including those directly related to this position.  At CHN, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where all employees can grow and thrive. 

Our commitment to diversity extends to all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. CHN is an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace applicants regardless of age, race, color, disability, HIV status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or other characteristics that make you unique. 

Are you looking to join a team that empowers individuals and creates lasting change in the community? Do you thrive in an environment that values service, innovation, wellness, and integrity? If so, we would love to hear from you! 
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Why Work at CHN? 
As a full-time employee, you will enjoy a competitive benefits package, which includes: 

•    Health & Wellness Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

•    Employee only share of health insurance premium is 100% paid for by CHN 

• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous leave policy (at the end of one year full time employee accrue 3 weeks of PTO), 13 paid holidays, up to 2 floating holidays, and 1  day of wellness time (all time off benefits for part time employees are prorated based on the number of hours scheduled per week). 
  •    Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching $1 for $1 up to 3% and $0.50 on the $1 for 4 and 5% 
  •    Education & Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and access to ongoing learning opportunities 
  •    Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Spending Account (H SA), Voluntary, EAP 

• STD, LTD and Basic Life 100% paid for by CHN.  
  •    Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness Program 

Position Summary:  
The Behavioral Health Clinician is responsible for assessing and responding to requests for mental health or substance use/addictions counseling for people living with HIV/AIDS and as well as other underserved individuals. This position helps facilitate counseling services including oversight of, scheduling, admissions, and evaluation. 

COVID-19 Information: It is an essential function and business necessity of the job that all employees are vaccinated and that all new hires will be required to be vaccinated within four weeks of hire. CHN requires proof of vaccination as this is a business necessity of the job. CHN will discuss reasonable exemptions for medical and religious purposes. If CHN considers making an offer of employment, CHN will inquire about vaccination status at that time, including whether the new hire currently has COVID-19 or has COVID-19 symptoms. 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Provides individual (short-term) mental health and substance use/addictions counseling or other appropriate interventions in-person and via tele-therapy 

• Support integrated care  

• Program development for integrated care program  

• Provide patient navigation and care coordination through assessment, screenings, eligibility of insurance and education as needed.  

• Provide drop in brief harm reduction counseling during assigned times  

• In conjunction with other Behavioral Health clinicians and other direct intervention as appropriate 

• Supports the upkeep, tracking and monitoring of client and patient activities in agency database 

• In conjunction with other Behavioral Health staff, maintains network and referral system of prevention, mental health, and addiction treatment options available for clients 

• Demonstrates, abides by, and helps enforce HIPAA regulations amongst staff and departments of agency 

• Acts as a liaison between clients, patients and all relevant professionals, programs and resources 

• Participates and attends staff, department, team and community meetings upon request 

• Performs effectively within organization and interpersonally with co-workers 

• Participates in fund-raising and advocacy events on behalf of the agency 

• Coordinate and maintain an active caseload for new and existing clients  

• Preform assessments, plan creation, and assist patients with access to medication and adherence to treatment as well as risk reduction plans 

• Responsible for tracking, monitoring and occasional reporting of patient activities, including access adherence 

• Complete necessary paperwork and data entry in a timely fashion including entering case notes 

• Provide appropriate patient referrals to both internal and external agencies 

• Collect necessary documentation required for program compliance 

• Assist patients as they move through the service delivery system 

• Assist with the elimination of barriers including, but not limited to: insurance, financial housing and transportation 

• Act as a liaison between patient and all relevant professionals, programs, and resources 

• Educate patients and others about HIV disease process and prevention 

• Assist with, and coordinate, community education and outreach initiatives as requested 

• Facilitates group counseling services in-person and via tele-therapy 

• Participates and attends staff, department, team and community meetings upon request 

• Be willing to commute between offices on a set schedule bases 

• Performs effectively within organization and interpersonally with co-workers 

• Support Healthy Aging program and PATH groups 

• Complete needed file audits for and Quality Assurance for outpatient file and group files  

• Must have current and valid Colorado driver’s license; must be able to pass driving record check per CHN insurance requirements. 

• Must be able to be insured by CHN driving and liability insurance companies. 

• Must have personal insurance on own vehicle if driving on behalf of CHN. 

• Must be able to work in a diverse setting with diverse populations, including persons living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, persons of various ethnic backgrounds, disenfranchised communities. 

• Participation in training related to HIV, substance use, harm reduction, trauma informed care and related issues. Cultural Competency/Sensitivity. 

This list is not meant to be a comprehensive list of job duties. Other duties may be assigned. 

Qualifications:  
Minimum one-year experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. Must have experience or knowledge regarding HIV and/or other chronic health conditions. Experience working with diverse populations including LGBTQIA2+ populations. Experience providing substance use/harm reduction counseling. Ability to speak, read, and write in both English and Spanish preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 

Education:  
Master’s Degree in Counseling or Social work required. Active Colorado LAC, LPC or LCSW license strongly preferred. Candidates working towards LAC, LPC, or LCSW licensures with a registration or certification with the Mental Health Section of the Department of Regulatory Agencies and relevant experience may be considered. Must be willing to work towards licensure fulfillment for Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS or LAC) and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. 

Software Utilized:  

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is required. Candidates should be comfortable working with client database systems and learning new software tools as needed. 

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:  

Must have an applicable understanding and experience with the harm reduction model, stages of change model, and motivational interviewing. Excellent client relations and management skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Proven organizational skills with high attention to detail. Ability to work well within team environment and overall organizational structure. 

Previous experience in the delivery of evidenced-based programs is highly preferred, as well as excellent communication, client services, and data collection skills.  The appropriate person will be highly organized and detail-oriented.  This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement; professional integrity; research ethics, and cultural competency.  Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and superior organizational skills.  Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas: task and time management; teamwork; and communication with teams, managers, clients and participants, and company consultants. 

Material and Equipment Directly Used:  

Works with standard office equipment including computer workstation, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machine. Works with word processing software, spreadsheet applications, and presentation software. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax. 

Physical Demands and Work Conditions:  

Works in an office environment. May travel via automobile or airplane to offsite locations or for CHN business. Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and auto insurance on personal vehicle. Works with standard office equipment including computer work station, printers, copiers, scanners and fax machine. Communicates with clients and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax.  Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires fingering agility for keyboarding.  The ability to sit, stand, and engage in extended periods of screen time or communication by phone is necessary to perform the essential duties of the role. 

As employees of a charitable organization, all CHN staff share the responsibility of serving as ambassadors for the organization in the community.  This can be achieved by fostering the development of relationships with potential constituents/donors as well as by participating in CHN events/activities in a way that is meaningful to each employee. 

All offers of employment are subject to the completion of a criminal background check. 

Colorado Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Human Resources at hr@coloradohealthnetwork.org  

Application deadline: Open Until Filled