Behavioral Health Clinician I
Role summary
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless seeks a Behavioral Health Clinician I to provide comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment services to individuals in supportive housing. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering individual and group therapy, and crisis intervention. The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, maintaining accurate EHR documentation, and connecting clients with community resources. A Master's degree in a related field and a provisional license (LSW, LMFTC, or LPCC) are required, along with a minimum of one year of experience in healthcare or human services, preferably with individuals experiencing homelessness or trauma. Bilingual skills are highly desirable.
Additional Requirement
Coalition Benefits
Essential Job Functions
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Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify behavioral health needs, including mental health and substance use issues.
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Use evidence-based tools for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
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Deliver evidence-based individual and group therapy tailored to client needs, focusing on mental health and substance use recovery.
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Create, monitor, and update individualized treatment plans with client-centered goals and measurable outcomes.
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Provide support and intervention during crises, stabilizing clients and connecting them with additional resources as needed.
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Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver coordinated care.
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Maintain accurate and timely client records, treatment plans, and progress notes in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
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Help clients access community resources (housing, employment, education) that support their wellness and recovery goals.
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Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay updated on best practices in behavioral health through professional development sessions.
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Ensure timely & accurate recording of all clinical services, communications, and tasks in the EHR while maintaining complete up-to-date charts using the system and any future upgrades as directed.
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Ensure timely & accurate recording of all clinical/non-clinical services, communications, and tasks in the EHR and other systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date charts and any future upgrades as directed.
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Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.
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Performs other job duties as assigned.
Qualifications Summary
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Demonstrated ability to deliver services using principles of trauma informed care
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Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning using evidence-based practices.
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Proficiency in providing individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and de-escalation support.
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Strong ability to convey complex information clearly and empathetically to clients, colleagues, and external partners.
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Competency in maintaining accurate, timely documentation in EHR in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
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Capacity to build rapport with clients and establish effective working relationships with interdisciplinary teams.
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Knowledge and understanding of diverse populations, with the ability to integrate cultural and socio-economic factors into treatment approaches.
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Commitment to ethical standards, professional boundaries, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance, including HIPAA.
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Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage caseloads within established timelines.
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BHC I: Master’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field. Current provisional license as an LSW, LMFTC, or LPCC.
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Experience
- Minimum of one year of experience working in health care or human services field.
- Experience working with individuals who have experienced homelessness, trauma, and/or chronic health conditions.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills are highly desirable.
- Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) certification is preferred.
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We offer a full suite of benefits for our eligible employees and their dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage.
- Health Insurance - HMO or PPO
- Dental plans, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance
- Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) retirement savings matching,
- Extensive paid time-off, including holidays, sick leave, and vacation
The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.