We are recruiting for a Psychologist - Infant Mental Health and Healthy Steps
Behavioral Health Consultant to join our team!We are here for life's journey.
Where is your life journey taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than
ourselves, something that connects us all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.DepartmentCHS Behavioral HealthJob SummaryUnder general supervision, the psychologist provides doctoral level
integrated behavioral health services as a Behavioral Health Consultant
(BHC) and functions as a key member of the primary care medical team. The
BHC abides by guidelines and expectations specific to the clinic in which they
provide patient care. Services will be provided in the Ambulatory Care
Services (ACS) clinic(s) with a focus on therapeutic interventions
across the lifespan. Services include expert diagnostic assessment and brief
evidence-based treatment for psychiatric disorders and assessing psychosocial
factors in patients with chronic medical conditions as well as substance abuse
screening. The psychologist strives to create a positive customer service
experience by committing to highest standards set forth by Denver Health. The
psychologist provides case management and consultation, case coordination to
facilitate referrals to specialty care, and crisis intervention. The
psychologist is actively involved in quality improvement, data monitoring,
and research projects. Participates in supervision and teaching for the
pre-doctoral psychology internship and provides supervision to psychology
residents and practicum students as needed.Essential Functions:Provide high quality clinical services to individuals referred to behavioral
health, including short-term evidence-based behavioral health interventions
and support services. (10%)
Provide services that are appropriate to the age and developmental level of
the patient. (10%)
Consult with providers as part of the interdisciplinary team and generate
recommendations, referrals, and case management as needed. (10%)
Conduct brief diagnostic screening of patients using evidence-based
assessments and screening tools. (10%)
Provide health behavior change interventions using Motivational Interviewing.
(10%)
Conduct in-depth diagnostic assessment as needed. (5%)
Conduct safety and risk assessment as needed. (5%)
Generate documentation of assessment and intervention in the medical record in
a timely manner. (5%)
Actively participate in regular team meetings and huddles of the
interdisciplinary team at primary care clinic. (5%)
Participate in Integrated Behavioral Health Division meetings to maintain
cohesion and improve awareness of department functioning. (5%)
Participates or provides leadership of department, agency, or community
meetings as well as internal Denver Health workgroups. (5%)
Participate in teaching and didactics as part of the training faculty of the
Division of Psychology for psychology pre-doctoral residents and practicum
students. (5%)
Provide teaching and presentation of relevant topics to the Integrated
Behavioral Health Division staff. (5%)
Provide teaching and presentation of relevant topics to the medical residents
and training programs within Denver Health and University of Colorado. (5%)
Participate in academic efforts in research and professional writing. (5%)
Education:Doctorate Degree Required
Work Experience:1-3 years One year of postdoctoral experience Required
Licenses:PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required
and
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Advanced knowledge and skills in effective psychological practice in primary
care medical settings, including evidence-based, brief therapy
modalities, crisis intervention, and risk assessment.
Knowledge of patient pop lations' cultural, religious, ethnic, and
social systems in interactions, care planning, and education.
Knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations, diagnoses, treatment, and
prognosis.
Excellent interpersonal skills and motivation to work as part of a dynamic
interdisciplinary team in a medical setting.
Skill in providing care appropriate to the age of the patients served within
the clinic setting.
Skill in establishing a therapeutic alliance and engaging the patient in
collaborative goal setting and prioritizing patient needs as part of the care
team in the primary care clinic setting.
Ability to participate as a faculty member with the Division of Medicine and
provide teaching and supervision as needed for the psychology internship
training program through the Department of Psychiatry.
Ability to respond to feedback and incorporate it into practice.
Ability to manage the therapeutic relationship including triaging patient to
specialty mental health services and termination.
Ability to respond to trauma or For full info follow application link."Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment
