State of Colorado
Lead Mid-Level Provider - Gilliam Youth Services Center - Denver
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
About the Division of Youth Services
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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.
Work Schedule Sunday‑Saturday, Flexible shifts, possible weekends, hours TBD during interview and based on needs of facility.
Purpose of this Position Deliver health care to detained, pre‑trial, and committed youth. Primary care is provided by licensed independent practitioners/Mid Level Providers with responsibility for a continuum of health care from initial assessment through development and maintenance of health care including physical, psychiatric, and dental maintenance.
Clinical Management
Functions as the facility responsible health authority (RHA). Ensures health screens, health appraisals, histories and physicals, and SOAP notes reflect accurate assessments and appropriate treatments and referrals.
Supervises the health screens, health appraisals, and physical exams of all youth admitted to the facility through observation and review of documentation by medical clinic staff.
Ensures that communicable diseases are detected in a timely manner and appropriate action is taken to prevent the spread within the facility. Reports to the CDC/State Health Department per requirements in applicable cases.
Serves as the facilities’ lead decision maker during emergency medical situations, approves and monitors effectiveness of plans and adjusts them as indicated, and ensures that pharmacy orders are accurate.
Communicates pertinent and appropriate health information to facility staff, families, supervisors and administration to ensure ongoing optimal health care for all youth in the facility.
Functions in the medical clinic as the first line resource for staff when evaluating case complexity, determines the need for referrals to other physicians and/or specialists, and serves as the main contact with the DYS Medical Director for consultation and collaboration on individual cases.
Oversees the general function of the medical clinic including determining staffing patterns and assigning workload, budgeting for supplies, and coordinating all medical, dental, and mental health care with outside providers.
Points of contact for prior authorization for specialized medical care and tracks all prior authorization requests to ensure accuracy and follow‑through.
Participates or selects a candidate to represent medical on a number of committees that may include facility management team, medical leadership team, mental health team, special management program team, EHR, EAC, and safety committee.
Serves as the lead medical liaison with the mental health team, supervises and trains clinic staff on mental status evaluation and mental health conditions, and oversees appropriate mental health referrals and interventions.
Monitors transportation and coordination of youth to specialty medical services off campus, collaborates directly with DYS Medical Director and other providers to ensure referrals and follow‑up are completed.
Supervision of Staff
Provides ongoing supervision of the assessment and diagnostic skills of the medical clinic staff through observation and review of documentation.
Supervises staff on proper documentation, medication protocols, hiring, disciplining or terminating employees, providing performance feedback, coaching and mentoring, completing PMAPs, and accountability for timekeeping through KRONOS system.
Facilitates resolution of interpersonal conflicts, investigates and problem solves internal and external complaints and grievances.
Schedules clinic staff, approves or denies individual leave, orients and trains new staff, serves as point of contact for local schools for RN, NP or PA students, and facilitates regular staff meetings.
Data and Reporting Collects and reports monthly statistical data for Behavioral Health and Medical Services and the KPI’s for the facility. Reviews policies and procedures, collaborates with facility administrators and supervisors, writes and revises facility medical implementing procedures, and completes medical logs.
Clinical Duties
Performs physical exams, orders appropriate laboratory tests and other diagnostic tests, interprets results, formulates treatment plans, documents thoroughly.
Detects and prevents the spread of communicable infectious disease, participates in obtaining data for health program planning.
Consults with the DYS Medical Director for necessary referrals to other physicians and specialists, and provides health education and training to both youth and staff.
Documents history, exam, diagnosis, treatment in medical record and provides written guidelines for staff.
Evaluates mental status, mental health conditions through interview and observation, uses established protocols for prescribing medication and treatment for diagnosed illness.
Prepares and administers medication without error, diagnoses medical problems including emergency medical situations.
Initiates and monitors effectiveness of plans, communicates information to appropriate DYS personnel.
Other duties as Assigned Minimum Qualifications
Current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing; or current, valid licensure as a Physician Assistant from the Colorado Medical Board.
Prescriptive authority - "RXN status" (Per DORA).
Preferred Qualifications
Prescriptive Authority in the State of Colorado.
Adolescent health care.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treatment of acute and chronic illness.
Documentation in an electronic medical record.
Relatable experience as a current or previous State of Colorado employee.
Highly Desirable Competencies
Knowledge to detect and prevent the spread of communicable infectious disease.
Knowledge to diagnose medical problems including emergency medical situations by performing physical exams, obtaining lab tests, ordering diagnostic tests, interpreting results, formulating treatment plans.
Knowledge to use established protocols for prescribing medication and treating diagnosed illnesses.
Knowledge to evaluate the mental status and the mental health conditions of youth through interview and observation.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Ability to resolve conflict.
Knowledge and ability of interpersonal skills.
Knowledge and experience clinically supervising medical staff.
Conditions of Employment
Full Background. CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).
Must be able to obtain a Colorado Advanced Practicing Nurse or Physician Assistant license within 1 year after hire date.
Shift Work: 24/7 facility, may require evenings and weekend coverage.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License.
Be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO) and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
The Diana Screen®, a sexual risk screening tool, is administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens to help ensure that ethical boundaries between children and adults are maintained. At the DYS, the safety and protection of the youth who have been entrusted to us is our #1 priority.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application, provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, and 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, postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered or faxed 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.
How to Apply How to Apply (link removed). Need help with your application? (link removed). The Assessment Process (link removed).
For additional recruiting questions, please contact Isaac.Phelps@state.co.us About Us 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 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer ~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
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Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
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.
Work Schedule Sunday‑Saturday, Flexible shifts, possible weekends, hours TBD during interview and based on needs of facility.
Purpose of this Position Deliver health care to detained, pre‑trial, and committed youth. Primary care is provided by licensed independent practitioners/Mid Level Providers with responsibility for a continuum of health care from initial assessment through development and maintenance of health care including physical, psychiatric, and dental maintenance.
Clinical Management
Functions as the facility responsible health authority (RHA). Ensures health screens, health appraisals, histories and physicals, and SOAP notes reflect accurate assessments and appropriate treatments and referrals.
Supervises the health screens, health appraisals, and physical exams of all youth admitted to the facility through observation and review of documentation by medical clinic staff.
Ensures that communicable diseases are detected in a timely manner and appropriate action is taken to prevent the spread within the facility. Reports to the CDC/State Health Department per requirements in applicable cases.
Serves as the facilities’ lead decision maker during emergency medical situations, approves and monitors effectiveness of plans and adjusts them as indicated, and ensures that pharmacy orders are accurate.
Communicates pertinent and appropriate health information to facility staff, families, supervisors and administration to ensure ongoing optimal health care for all youth in the facility.
Functions in the medical clinic as the first line resource for staff when evaluating case complexity, determines the need for referrals to other physicians and/or specialists, and serves as the main contact with the DYS Medical Director for consultation and collaboration on individual cases.
Oversees the general function of the medical clinic including determining staffing patterns and assigning workload, budgeting for supplies, and coordinating all medical, dental, and mental health care with outside providers.
Points of contact for prior authorization for specialized medical care and tracks all prior authorization requests to ensure accuracy and follow‑through.
Participates or selects a candidate to represent medical on a number of committees that may include facility management team, medical leadership team, mental health team, special management program team, EHR, EAC, and safety committee.
Serves as the lead medical liaison with the mental health team, supervises and trains clinic staff on mental status evaluation and mental health conditions, and oversees appropriate mental health referrals and interventions.
Monitors transportation and coordination of youth to specialty medical services off campus, collaborates directly with DYS Medical Director and other providers to ensure referrals and follow‑up are completed.
Supervision of Staff
Provides ongoing supervision of the assessment and diagnostic skills of the medical clinic staff through observation and review of documentation.
Supervises staff on proper documentation, medication protocols, hiring, disciplining or terminating employees, providing performance feedback, coaching and mentoring, completing PMAPs, and accountability for timekeeping through KRONOS system.
Facilitates resolution of interpersonal conflicts, investigates and problem solves internal and external complaints and grievances.
Schedules clinic staff, approves or denies individual leave, orients and trains new staff, serves as point of contact for local schools for RN, NP or PA students, and facilitates regular staff meetings.
Data and Reporting Collects and reports monthly statistical data for Behavioral Health and Medical Services and the KPI’s for the facility. Reviews policies and procedures, collaborates with facility administrators and supervisors, writes and revises facility medical implementing procedures, and completes medical logs.
Clinical Duties
Performs physical exams, orders appropriate laboratory tests and other diagnostic tests, interprets results, formulates treatment plans, documents thoroughly.
Detects and prevents the spread of communicable infectious disease, participates in obtaining data for health program planning.
Consults with the DYS Medical Director for necessary referrals to other physicians and specialists, and provides health education and training to both youth and staff.
Documents history, exam, diagnosis, treatment in medical record and provides written guidelines for staff.
Evaluates mental status, mental health conditions through interview and observation, uses established protocols for prescribing medication and treatment for diagnosed illness.
Prepares and administers medication without error, diagnoses medical problems including emergency medical situations.
Initiates and monitors effectiveness of plans, communicates information to appropriate DYS personnel.
Other duties as Assigned Minimum Qualifications
Current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing; or current, valid licensure as a Physician Assistant from the Colorado Medical Board.
Prescriptive authority - "RXN status" (Per DORA).
Preferred Qualifications
Prescriptive Authority in the State of Colorado.
Adolescent health care.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treatment of acute and chronic illness.
Documentation in an electronic medical record.
Relatable experience as a current or previous State of Colorado employee.
Highly Desirable Competencies
Knowledge to detect and prevent the spread of communicable infectious disease.
Knowledge to diagnose medical problems including emergency medical situations by performing physical exams, obtaining lab tests, ordering diagnostic tests, interpreting results, formulating treatment plans.
Knowledge to use established protocols for prescribing medication and treating diagnosed illnesses.
Knowledge to evaluate the mental status and the mental health conditions of youth through interview and observation.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Ability to resolve conflict.
Knowledge and ability of interpersonal skills.
Knowledge and experience clinically supervising medical staff.
Conditions of Employment
Full Background. CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).
Must be able to obtain a Colorado Advanced Practicing Nurse or Physician Assistant license within 1 year after hire date.
Shift Work: 24/7 facility, may require evenings and weekend coverage.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License.
Be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO) and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
The Diana Screen®, a sexual risk screening tool, is administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens to help ensure that ethical boundaries between children and adults are maintained. At the DYS, the safety and protection of the youth who have been entrusted to us is our #1 priority.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose that information on the application, provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, and 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, postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered or faxed 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.
How to Apply How to Apply (link removed). Need help with your application? (link removed). The Assessment Process (link removed).
For additional recruiting questions, please contact Isaac.Phelps@state.co.us About Us 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 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer ~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (link removed).
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