Part - Time Perinatal IOP Behavioral Health Counselor (LPC/LCSW/LAC)

Job Summary:

We have 2-3 open IOP Behavioral Health Counselor positions within the Perinatal, Reproductive, and Early Childhood Section. These positions are a mix of FTE in our Perinatal Intensive Outpatient Program (PIPER) and our new Perinatal Substance Use Intensive Outpatient Services. This position is part time, up to .49 FTE and can be stand alone or supplemented by outpatient therapy.

The primary responsibility of this clinician is to provide clinical care for individuals, infants, and families in the perinatal period including intake evaluations, individual and group therapy, documentation, and attendance at team meetings. Additional responsibilities include coverage of group therapy activities within the Perinatal Mental Health IOP during early development or clinician PTO and providing brief counselling services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for patients referred to the intensive outpatient programs.

• Provide group or individual therapy services as needed.

• Documents patient encounters in a timely manner and in compliance with all institutional requirements.

• Maintains a good working relationship and ongoing communication with referral sources and other members of the treatment team.

• Promotes a positive working environment .

• Support clinical research and innovation activities for perinatal mental health populations.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.The perinatal clinical team provides patient-centered and evidence-based care aimed to promote wellness in women across the lifespan. Our dynamic interdisciplinary team of psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers work collaboratively with primary care providers and specialists to provide consultative services and problem-focused care for women with behavioral health concerns related to periods of reproductive transition or medical conditions or treatment impacting reproductive hormones and well-being. We aim to maintain and expand access to care by implementing innovative models of clinical care, providing interdisciplinary clinical training, and deepening collaborative community and public partnerships.

Qualification:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact.

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

Adjoint Instructor:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Addictions, Psychology, or Related Field.

• Active Colorado License for LPC, LCSW, or LAC.

• 1+ years clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience working in perinatal mental health clinical work, public health, early childhood and/or related fields.

Adjoint Sr. Instructor:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Addictions, Psychology, or Related Field.

• Active Colorado License for LPC, LCSW, or LAC.

• 1-3 years clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience working in perinatal mental health clinical work, public health, early childhood and/or related fields.

Track:

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates at the Assistant Professor level or higher will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Offices for the Faculty Experience

Ranks of Instructor and Senior Instructor will be on the TTE track and given an opportunity to switch tracks, if needed, at a later time

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of mental health issues and disorders, specifically perinatal mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders.

• IOP Clinical Experience

• Experience with EPIC

• Experience with and/or training in perinatal, infant, and early childhood mental health

• Circle of Security Training

• Experience with crisis management and high acuity mental health care

• Experience with and/or training in group therapy modalities

• Knowledge and experience of ASAM Criteria and Assessments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of evidence-based treatments for mental health conditions, and awareness of resources in Colorado communities
• Must have ability to engage with health care providers, office managers, psychiatric providers.
• Must have ability to engage in phone calls or email with patients with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
• Must be comfortable with case management and coordination of care.
• Must be able to triage effectively based on expressed acuity by the health care provider about the consultation.
• Must be efficient with time management and attention to detail
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Must be comfortable working with diverse patient populations, providers and staff
• Must be able to comply with established rules, policies and procedures and meet deadlines.
• Self-directed and flexible, ability to use independent judgement.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• General knowledge of health care systems, payors and care navigation.
• Must have ability to be nonjudgmental and respectful of other's beliefs, values, and culture.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office programs and ability to learn software programs.
• Must have experience using Electronic Health Record and Patient Health Information management systems.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

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