Behavioral Health Provider CAYAC

The Health District’s mission is to enhance the health of our community and to achieve this we provide health services that address unmet needs and opportunities.  Join our organization and help us accomplish our goals and make a meaningful impact!

Are you looking for variety in your clinical work?  Would you like to work on a small, dedicated team that makes a big impact in the community?  Are you passionate about helping and supporting families in getting the behavioral health care they need?  The Connections team is looking for a Behavioral Health Provider to fill a full-time position on their Child, Adolescent and Young Adult Connections (CAYAC) team. Behavioral health providers are responsible for providing clinical assessments, brief therapy, care coordination, referrals to outside providers/agencies, and psychoeducation to families who call in seeking mental health and substance use services. 

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in a behavioral health discipline.
• A Colorado unrestricted license in a behavioral health profession and/or addiction counseling licensure. (Licensures include: LAC, LCSW, LMFT, or LPC)
• A minimum of three years clinical experience in a behavioral health setting is required. 
• Experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and families is desired.
• Three or more years of experience working in community mental health, social work, or another clinical field is desired.

Key Responsibilities

• CAYAC helps families who don’t know where to turn or how to navigate behavioral health services in the community.
• CAYAC provides interim support while families are getting connected with community providers and agencies.
• CAYAC gives relief to parents who feel alone and overwhelmed.
• CAYAC answers common questions from youth and parents regarding behavioral health diagnosis, navigating health care systems, insurance coverage, etc.
• CAYAC provides brief therapy for children and adolescents, parent/caregiver support, and family support when clinically appropriate.

How to Apply

• Provide a cover letter that details your professional experiences and how your qualifications align with this position.
• Fill out our online job application at healthdistrict.org/apply and attach your resume and cover letter at the bottom.
• If you require a printable copy of the application form to fill out by hand, please email searchcoordinator@healthdistrict.org to request one.

Why work for us

• We value a work-life balance
• Employees are encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge that result in successful performance in their roles/positions
• Medical/Dental benefits: employee covered at 100%; dependents covered at 75%
• Low-cost vision plan available
• Retirement plan 401(a): employee contribution (3%); employer contribution (5%)
• An optional 457(b) retirement plan is available
• Generous flexible paid time off.  Earn 14 days of PTO in the 1st year and 12 paid holidays
• Intermediate paid leave benefits to eligible employees in lieu of the State of Colorado FAMLI plan
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) that provide confidential and free support to our staff
  • Access to legal and financial counseling
  • Up to six counseling sessions per issue for mental health concerns
  • Variety of additional resources

• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness is available for qualifying borrowers
• We provide up to $2,000 annually for Continuing Education
• We believe that diverse backgrounds and perspectives strengthen our organization, so we consider a combination of experiences to meet minimum qualifications. Experience may include related knowledge, skills, abilities, education, work, and lived/living experience
• We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure that all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion (creed), political beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws

Infection Control Requirements

• Must comply with infection control policies for this position.  Requirements include providing documentation of MMR, Varicella, and Tdap immunizations and compliance with tuberculosis training, screening, and testing on hire.

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