SUD Intake Counselor (Entry – Senior Level)

Job Summary:

This position provides drug and alcohol assessment, psychosocial, and pharmacological treatment to adults who are living with Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This clinical position is responsible for performing counseling duties and will be supervised by a senior counselor, a Clinical Team Lead, and/or the Clinic Manager. This position will primarily work with patients who are participating in Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), referred from probation departments and with opioid dependent patients and/or other referral sources (i.e., department of social services). This position is required to share on-call and Saturday coverage duties. Evening hours may be necessary as well. Some positions are morning shifts (5:30am-2:00pm) and others may be day/afternoon shifts (10:30am-7:00pm).

Key Responsibilities

• Work as a lead SUD intake counselor by performing and conducting all required clinical intake processes of patients entering treatment at AOP clinics.
• Ensuring patient intakes (new, returning, internal transfer, external transfer, etc.) are conducted and completed in an accurate, timely manner by completing all required SUD evaluations and assessments for admitting patients into treatment.
• Collaborate closely with the AOP intake department and perform any backup work to ensure all patient intakes are conducted in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.
• Performing other work as assigned or required.

Work Location:

Onsite – this position will float among AOP clinics located in Denver, Aurora and Arvada.

Why Join Us:

This position is located within the University of Colorado/ Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) Adult Outpatient Program and provides a unique opportunity for individuals with professional experience, expertise, and/or specialized knowledge in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment and addictions recovery to provide empathetic, non-judgmental care, assistance and support of individuals currently living with SUD. The individual in this position, through their words and actions, will have a direct influence on helping other individuals with SUD and help them as they set themselves on a path to recovery and make healthy lifestyle choices. In addition, by joining ARTS, employees will be actively engaged in a supportive, professional, and nurturing environment where individuals with various backgrounds and experiences converge and collaborate to provide an evidence-based, multi-faceted approach to provide the best treatment and care to every patient who comes into care at ARTS clinic locations.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Entry Level:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or another closely related field.
  • A combination of education and/or related technical, professional, paraprofessional, intern or volunteer experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.)
• Possess a valid registration in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C), Social Worker Candidate (SW-C), Licensed Addiction Counselor Candidate (LAC-C), or Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate (MFT-C).

Intermediate Level:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or another closely related field.
  • A combination of education and/or related technical or professional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.)
• Possess a valid registration in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C), Social Worker Candidate (SW-C), Licensed Addiction Counselor Candidate (LAC-C), or Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate (MFT-C).
• One (1) year of professional level experience in clinical, case management, and/or research experience in Mental Health, Behavioral Health, or closely related field.

Senior Level:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or another closely related field.
  • A combination of education and/or related technical or professional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.)
• Possess a valid registration in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).
• Two (2) years of professional level experience in clinical, case management, and/or research experience in Mental Health, Behavioral Health, or closely related field.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or another closely related field.
• Experience working in a counselor role with clients who are involved with probation, human services, social services, criminal justice programs, and/or other referral sources.
• Experience conducting, leading, or co-leading group counseling sessions.
• Experience working in a counselor role with opioid-dependent, adult clients.
• Experience conducting individual and/or family counseling.
• Experience creating individualized treatment plans and other clinical documentation (for example, DAP notes).
• Experience with therapeutic confrontation and structures.
• Experience observing, monitoring, and intervening in drug/alcohol treatment.

Entry & Intermediate Level:

• Possess a valid registration in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to manage difficult behaviors.
• Ability to engage substance dependent clients in treatment.
• Ability to comply with established rules, policies and procedures and meet deadlines.
• Ability to be open-minded and nonjudgmental.
• Ability to develop healthy relationships with clients.
• Ability to establish boundaries with clients.
• Ability to exercise discretion (e.g., patient confidentiality).
• Ability to communicate effectively in written form, which includes the ability to check for typographical, grammatical, and spelling errors.

How to Apply:

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

1.     A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.

2.     Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.     Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address.

4.     Legible copy of DORA license(s).

Questions should be directed to: Shingo Ishida, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by April 15th , 2024

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range ) for this position has been established as:

Entry Level: $56,556 - $71,939

Intermediate Level: $61,546 - $78,287

Senior Level: $66,537 - $84,635

The above salary range (or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .