Mental Health Clinician I - Forensics/Civil- Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan

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　　Mental Health Clinician I - Forensics/Civil- Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan

　　Salary

　　$1,878.00 Biweekly

　　Location

　　Denver, CO

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　IIC 02579 01/19/2024

　　Department

　　Colorado Department of Human Services

　　Opening Date

　　01/23/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/6/2024 12:00 AM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　3520 West Oxford Street, Denver , CO 80236

　　FLSA Status

　　Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Department Information

　　This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

　　Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

　　Note: There are part-time and full-time positions attached to this recruitment.

　　Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefits package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)

　　About Fort Logan:

　　Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (CMHHFL) is one of two state hospitals serving our community. The vision of CMHHFL is to provide the highest quality mental health services to persons with complex, serious, and persistent mental health illness within the resources available. Our mission is to support those individuals in achieving their recovery goals and reaching their full potential. CMHHFL provides inpatient treatment to adult patients, generally between the ages of 18-49. The hospital has 94 adult inpatient beds, over four treatment units and opened an additional 44 beds (two units) in December 2022, with one unit currently occupied, the other unit awaiting occupancy. These two forensic units will be dedicated to providing psychiatric stabilization and restoration treatment to individuals opined incompetent to proceed as a result of their mental illness. Medical services, o ccupational therapy, neuropsychological-rehabilitation services, and trauma-informed care services are available for all patients throughout the hospital.

　　Through our core values, CMHHFL staff is committed to:

　　Individual dignity and respect

　　Person-centered, evidence-based care

　　Trauma informed recovery

　　Multidisciplinary collaboration

　　Diversity and inclusion

　　Strong family and community partnerships

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　　Description of Job

　　Shifts: Day and evening 5 - 8 hours; Nights 4 - 10 hours (Day shifts vary by team)

　　About this Work Unit:

　　Each treatment unit provides psychiatric treatment services to adult clients through the use of a Milieu Treatment Program based on models of milieu therapy and group therapy. The focus of treatment is ongoing assessment and interventions designed to assist individual clients to resolve the specific problems that brought them to the hospital and to return them to the least restrictive environment in the community. Approaches are strength-based, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented enabling patients to learn more effective coping and living skills in order to function more effectively in the community upon discharge from the hospital. The psychiatric care and treatment modalities include milieu management, group therapy, activity therapy, health education and medication management with the goal of providing a consistent and safe environment for clients and to assist them with the amelioration of presenting problems and symptoms and improve problem solving and coping skills.

　　This position exists to provide therapeutic work in the psychiatric care and treatment of adults with acute and chronic exacerbation of a mental illness. Primary responsibilities are the application of knowledge, expertise and experience to establish a therapeutic relationship with the patient and provide safe and effective patient care. Mental Health Clinicians utilize psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery principles and techniques in all aspects of their job duties. This position works under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse and assists with psychiatric nursing care of mentally ill patients; observes, reports, and documents patient's behavior, physical condition, and reactions to medications and treatment; participates in designing and implementing patient treatment plans; monitors and intervenes to ensure a safe and therapeutic patient milieu; and provides immediate crisis intervention when indicated.

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Experience: One-year full-time professional experience providing therapeutic and related services to mental health patients in a mental health setting.

　　AND

　　Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, behavioral science, clinical mental health, nursing, child development, human services, or a closely related field.

　　This experience must be clearly documented on your application.

　　Part-time experience will be pro-rated.

　　Substitutions:

　　Professional work experience that focused on the specific experience described above, demonstrating the competencies equivalent to the competencies learned through completion of the required education may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

　　A Bachelor's Degree will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　1+ years of Knowledge and Experience as a Mental Health Care Clinician I at the State of Colorado Mental Health Institute.

　　1+ years of professional inpatient mental health-care experience in a psychiatric locked/secure setting, working with patients who may become verbally or physically abusive.

　　Experience developing and running treatment groups

　　Knowledge and experience with Trauma Informed Care and Recovery Principles and practices

　　Outpatient mental health experience running groups, case management, etc., and

　　College or university education in nursing, psychology, sociology, human services, or education.

　　Highly Desirable Competencies:

　　Knowledge of oral and written communication skills,

　　Knowledge and professional inpatient mental health-care experience

　　Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental and institutional policies and procedures,

　　Ability to work with and communicate with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner and committed to quality service,

　　Ability to perform with a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently,

　　Ability to encourage and facilitate cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity,

　　Ability to foster commitment and team spirit.

　　Ability to express information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information,

　　Ability to listen to others and respond appropriately,

　　Ability to problem solve,

　　Ability to execute decisions, Integrity, and Accountability

　　Conditions of employment:

　　Full Background - Name check, TRAILS, and Fingerprinting

　　Shift Work – Explain: may work days, evenings, or nights

　　Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare

　　Colorado Driver's License

　　Must be at least 21 years of age or older

　　Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination, or resignation in lieu of termination 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 ([email protected]), 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 acknowledgment 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 contact brennon.watts@ ([email protected]) 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 MotivateMe

　　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 [email protected] or call 1-800-929-0791.

　　THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support)

　　The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

　　Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

　　01

　　While we do incorporate practices to prioritize the safety of our employees, this position will require working with patients who may be verbally or physically abusive at times. Please indicate your experience and comfort level with this population.

　　I have experience working with patients that have expressed verbal and physical abuse and I am comfortable with this aspect of the role.

　　I do not have experience working with this population, but I am comfortable with this aspect of the role.

　　I do not have experience with this population and/or I do NOT feel comfortable in this environment.

　　02

　　This position has a requirement to be over the age of 21. Can you verify that you meet this requirement?

　　Yes, I am 21 years of age

　　No, I am under the age

　　03

　　Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　Are you willing and able to frequently move up to 50 lbs, by lifting, positioning, and pivoting disabled adults?

　　Yes

　　No

　　05

　　Are you willing and able to follow prescribed procedures and policies even if they conflict with your personal preference?

　　Yes

　　No

　　06

　　Are you willing and able to stay for your entire shift?

　　Yes

　　No

　　07

　　Are you willing and able to work with staff and clients of all social, economic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds?

　　Yes

　　No

　　08

　　Are you willing and able to work with potential dangerous clients in a locked setting?

　　Yes

　　No

　　09

　　How do you deal with change?

　　10

　　What do you consider to be the role of the Mental Health Clinician to be in milieu therapy/management?

　　11

　　How do you develop a relationship with a person with a serious mental illness?

　　12

　　Describe why you have a desire to work with this population.

　　13

　　SELECT ONLY the work hours/days that you are willing to accept.

　　I am willing and able to work day shifts.

　　I am willing and able to work weekend shifts.

　　I am willing and able to work holidays

　　I am willing and able to work evening shifts.

　　I am willing and able to work overnight shifts.

　　14

　　While this will initially be an evening position, we require staff to be flexible with respect to shift and location changes as dictated by business needs. Are you willing to agree to this shift and possible shift changes in the future

　　Yes

　　No

　　15

　　In the space provided please indicate if you are applying for a full-time position or a part-time position.

　　16

　　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.

　　17

　　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.

　　18

　　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

　　Yes

　　No

　　19

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