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State of Colorado Social Worker/Counselor III (Behavioral Health Specialist) - Summit YSC in Golden in Golden, Colorado
Social Worker/Counselor III (Behavioral Health Specialist) - Summit YSC in Golden
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Social Worker/Counselor III (Behavioral Health Specialist) - Summit YSC in Golden
Salary
$78,636.00 - $110,100.00 Annually
Location
Golden, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IKA 02112 04/24/2024
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OCYF - Lookout Mountain Youth Services Center
Opening Date
05/07/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
determined by posting
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
erin.schwaba@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)
About the Division of Youth Services: The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non-residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre-adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non-residential service providers throughout the State. For pre-adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State-funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.
We invite you to explore the DYS website and learn about the services provided to youth, families, and local communities in the State of Colorado at: https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs/dys
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Description of Job
Summary of Work Unit:
It is the mission of the Division of Youth Services (DYS) to effectively build skills and competencies of youth to become responsible citizens. The Social Work series and other identified Behavioral Health Specialists employed by the facility are responsible for providing evidenced based and research supported therapeutic intervention services to youth committed and detained with the Division of Youth Services. Behavioral Health Specialists are expected to provide for the therapeutic care of and support opportunities for growth and change for youth and their caregivers, to ensure healthy and successful reintegration back into our communities. These positions maintain and support the DYS treatment model and Sanctuary principles with transition staff, client management, mental health services, medical, special education, security staff and administration as needed. As a Behavioral Health Specialist within our facility, they are expected to remain current on literature and research in the field, especially as relates to emerging practices with complex mental health populations and behavioral and sensory interventions.
Summary of the position:
This position functions as a mental health counselor. This position provides mental health and case management services to committed and detained youth in the Division of Youth Services. Services to be provided include: clinical assessment (recognizing signs and symptoms of specific DSM-5 diagnosis, identifying youth in need of additional assessment interventions such as neurological testing and medication evaluation), monitoring medication effectiveness in conjunction with the facility psychiatrist, individual, group, family and milieu therapies, suicide risk assessment and monitoring, report writing, and mental health service coordination with a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) of experts.
This position exists to provide mental health/crisis management services for a DYS detained / committed youth. DYS youth often have behavioral and/or psychiatric problems resulting from trauma-related issues such as neglect, abuse, or severe family problems. This position provides individual, group and if applicable family services to this population. This position uses the approved DYS approved Evidence Based Curricula in working with this population
Job Duties:
Provide Treatment
Maintains a caseload and will provide oversight of Behavioral Health Specialists assigned to individual youth.
Conducts individual, group, and family therapeutic interventions using evidence-based treatment theories and curricula.
Provides counseling in accordance with training and expertise gained through specific training and knowledge of DORA standards and the Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health (OCFMH) expectations.
Therapeutic intervention service needs include substance use, psychoeducation, mental health issues, trauma histories, cognitive limitations, sensory integration, and offense specific services for sexually abusive or violent youth.
Treatment is provided using the DYS treatment model. Use of behavioral interventions, sensory integration and modalities, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing techniques with youth are used. Interpret treatment issues, needs, expectations, and changes in behavior for residents and families.
Treatment is provided using strengths-based approach and holistic manner.
Maintains a clear understanding of adolescent development, appropriate interventions for this population, and developmental needs.
Uses theories relevant to the needs of the youth and their individual history, considering their age, ethnic, cultural, religious and sexual issues to affect behavior change. Interpret treatment issues, problems, expectation, and changes in behavior for residents and families.
Document and assess the effectiveness of specific interventions toward meeting the objectives and goals of the treatment plan. Treatment - incorporates and addresses the youth’s risk, needs and protective factors and how criminal conduct, trauma histories, substance abuse and mental health issues are related. Collaborate with the medical team and psychiatrist regarding psychotropic medication use in treatment and collaborate with primary BHS on assessing needs for medication if appropriate.
Behavioral health services are relevant to the needs of the youth and the individual needs and protective factors, when identified, considering their age, ethnic, cultural, religious and sexual issues to affect behavior change and the reduction of substance abuse activity and symptoms in the individual and family. Provides therapeutic services using a strength based approach and holistic manner.
Collaborate with medical team and psychiatrist regarding psychotropic medication assessment or continuation to aid in youth stability.
Collaborate with educational/vocational systems to ensure appropriate academic services are provided. Seek out additional resources as necessary to ensure the best approach to treating the youth based on their developmental and neurocognitive ability.
Provide therapy in a manner that is consistent with the youth’s ability, taking into account any necessary modification needed as a result of trauma, substance abuse, brain injury and mental health disorders. Support agency services of cognitive behavioral based interventions, social learning theory, and motivational interviewing.
Position actively engages family/caregivers in the process of stabilizing and transitioning youth to placement.
Assess progress, barriers to progress, document all case management and therapeutic services in the Electronic Health Record system.
Facilitate Collaborative Review Teams (CRT) as needed for Individual Growth and Change Plans (IGCP) and other interventions as they are developed.
Determine appropriate interventions for youth based on assessment data and youth treatment progress
Determine appropriate transition plan and needs for youth.
Determine whether there is a need for outside referrals or additional treatment services for youth.
Assessment and Treatment Planning
This position addresses mental health and other needs identified, taking into consideration the estimated length of stay.
Review assessment data, when completed, and recommendations with youth, gather additional historical information from youth, develop therapeutic rapport, ensure the youth is engaged in a supportive and educative manner, that confidentiality is maximized and problematic symptoms are thoroughly evaluated and handled in a sensitive and safe manner.
Engage parents/family members, significant others, guardians and referring agents to interview and obtain relevant collateral and supportive data to enhance the understanding and dynamics of the youth’s situation.
This position recognizes signs and symptoms of serious mental illness (per DSM-5) standards), exacerbation of symptoms, decompensation or improvement of mental health status is imperative for monitoring each youth’s progress.
An ability to complete a brief mental health status exam is expected.
This position places an emphasis on, making recommendations, and developing alternate interventions for youth not responding positively to programming. Knowledge of suicide risk indicators is required, with ability to offer on-going suicide risk assessments of youth.
Providing input in conjunction with other transition specialists to transition planning and services to aid in successful reintegration of youth into the community. Coordination with YSSIII, Client Managers and milieu staff in the implementation of milieu interventions in order to achieve program success. Collaborate with client manager and MDT initial MDT staffing when needed. Refer to psychiatrists as needed.
Determine appropriate, strengths-based treatment goals and objectives for youth.
Determine appropriate individuals to provide treatment and other services to youth per treatment plan.
Training and Consultation
This position has a thorough knowledge of the federal confidentiality regulations 42 C.F.R. Part 2 and HIPAA, and all Colorado Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division Rules for treatment practice.
Takes responsibility for being current on literature and emerging research in the best practices of treating juvenile mental health, substance abuse issues and co-occurring disorders with a complex population.
Trains others in the facility in best practice treatment delivery approaches.
Participates in orientation, educational workshops, mental health, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse discipline meetings, and trainings to assure and maintain competency in the provision of evidence-based substance abuse treatment services.
This position guides staff by modeling interventions, recommending practices and resident assignments that may be implemented.
Participates in initial case reviews of all new youth, assists in group placement, and assists in case consultation.
Provides trainings and consultation on a local/agency level. Is responsible for maintaining all professional certifications and licensure.
Actively participates in own professional growth and continued trainings, research and CEU’s. Participates in clinical supervision with the clinical director.
Participates in supervision to remain in good standing for license renewals. Participates in treatment team meetings and briefings.
Provide input on decisions around milieu programming.
Provide input on implementation of treatment goals and objectives within the milieu.
Provide input in the development of additional treatment program options.
Documentation and Communication
Document in approved EHR a treatment note for all individual and group sessions in DAP format.
Group documentations must be individualized, reflecting how each particular youth participated in each group session.
Identifying appropriate information to be recorded and the appropriate place to record it.
Identifying appropriate parties to receive information on youth treatment and most appropriate mode of communication.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
General Counseling Only: Current, valid licensure as a Professional Counselor (LPC) from the Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners or current, valid licensure as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners.
AND
One year of experience as a licensed clinical social worker or licensed professional counselor.
**Note, nothing in these Minimum Qualifications alleviates the criteria to transfer licensing or any requirements by the respective board under the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
Substitutions:
- Current and valid licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) will substitute for the Professional Counseling license (LPC) or the Clinical Social Worker license (LCSW).
Highly Desired Competencies:
- CAC III or LAC to support coaching and oversight of Behavioral Health Specialists working towards CAC credentialing
Conditions of Employment:
Must posses a licensure as a Professional Counselor (LPC) from the Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners or as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from the Colorado State Board of Social Work Examiners.
Full Background - Name check, TRAILS and Fingerprinting
Must be 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License
Essential Services Designation: Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.
Transportation of youth in State vehicles, Travel to assigned trainings and/or alternate work sites.
Social workers, addiction counselors, marriage family therapists, \and professional counselors may practice in Colorado for a cumulative period of 20 days under C.R.S. §12-245-217(2)(e), as long as the services performed meet the individual's scope of practice.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contacterin.schwaba@state.co.us
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program (https://coloradostateofhealth.com/)
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#eoe)
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If you are a resident of Colorado, are you currently licensed or approved by the CO DORA to provide mental health services?
Yes, I am currently licensed or approved by the CO DORA to provide mental health services
No, I am not currently licensed or approved by the CO DORA to provide mental health services
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Please indicate which licensure or certifications you currently hold (select all that apply):
Do not possess a license eligible Masters Degree
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Licensed Psychologist
Certified Addictions Counselor I (CAC I)
Certified Addictions Counselor II (CAC II)
Certified Addictions Counselor III (CAC III)
Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC)
SOMB Associate Level Provider
SOMB Full Level Provider
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How many years of experience do you have working with youth who have complex mental health needs, severe behavioral challenges, learning disabilities, co-occurring disorders, limited skills?
0-3 years
3-5 years
5+ years
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How many years of experience do you have facilitating psychotherapy/psychoeducation groups?
0-3 years
3-5 years
5+ years
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How many years of experience do you have working with youth in the juvenile justice field?
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How many years of experience do you have writing individual treatment plans?
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How many years of experience do you have working on teams? communication on a team?
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Have you ever been reported to a licensing board? If so, what were the circumstances and what was the outcome?
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Describe your ability to work on a team with various work backgrounds as well as a time when a conflict arose on that team and how you addressed the conflict
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Please describe your experience facilitating therapeutic groups, including the type of groups, curricula used, and how progress was measured.
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Please explain your experience with writing treatment plans and provide an example of a measurable objective pertaining to behavioral change you might write for a youth committed to the Division of Youth Services
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A condition of employment requires applicants to be 21 years of age or older. Do you meet this condition?
Yes
No
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This information is available to me and I have read this information.
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Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.
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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.
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Please acknowledge that although the minimum qualifications for this position temporarily allow for out-of-state licenses and recently expired licenses to be accepted, current DORA regulations regarding transfer and renewal time frames still apply. Once the emergency MQ exceptions have ended, current Colorado licensure will again be required.
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If you are not a resident of Colorado and are not currently licensed/approved by the CO Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) have you submitted the required paperwork and materials to DORA to obtain a Colorado license and do you have verification from DORA that this process can be completed within 20 days of hire?
Yes, I have submitted all required paperwork and materials to DORA and have confirmation that I can obtain licensure within 20 days
No, I have either not submitted all required paperwork and materials to DORA, or I have submitted all required paperwork and materials but have not received verification from DORA that I can obtain licensure within 20 days.
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