Colorado Department of Revenue
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth
Colorado Department of Revenue, Greeley, Colorado, us, 80639
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth Services Center
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 provide evidenced-based and research-supported therapeutic intervention services to youth committed and detained with DYS. 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 communities. They remain current on literature and research, 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. It provides mental health and case management services to committed and detained youth in the Division of Youth Services. Services include: clinical assessment, monitoring medication effectiveness 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. The position provides mental health/crisis management services for a DYS detained/committed youth and may involve trauma-related considerations. Therapeutic services use approved DYS Evidence Based Curricula as appropriate.
Job Duties
Maintains a caseload and conducts individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based treatment theories in mental health treatment for adolescents.
Maintains understanding of adolescent development and appropriate interventions for this population, including developmental needs.
Uses theories relevant to youth and their history, considering age, ethnicity, culture, religious and sexual issues to affect behavior change. Interprets treatment issues, problems, expectations, and changes in behavior for residents and families.
Documents and assesses the effectiveness of interventions toward program progression and youth stabilization.
Therapy may include substance abuse, trauma histories, cognitive limitations, and services for sexually abusive or violent youth; align services to youth needs and protective factors.
Provides therapeutic services using a strength-based and holistic approach.
Collaborates with medical team and psychiatrist regarding psychotropic medication assessment or continuation to aid in youth stability.
Collaborates with educational/vocational systems to ensure appropriate academic services are provided.
Seeks additional resources to ensure the best treatment approach based on developmental and neurocognitive ability.
Provides therapy considering trauma, substance abuse, brain injury, and mental health disorders; adapts as needed for youth abilities.
Supports agency services of cognitive behavioral-based interventions, social learning theory, and motivational interviewing.
actively engages family/caregivers in stabilization and transition planning.
Assesses progress and barriers; documents all case management and therapeutic services in the Fusion Electronic Health Record system.
Follows Sanctuary/ROCK Program and facilitates Community Review Teams as needed for Individual Growth and Change Plans.
Assessment and Treatment Planning
This position addresses mental health and other needs identified, considering estimated length of stay.
Reviews assessment data and recommendations with youth; gathers historical information; develops rapport; maintains confidentiality and evaluates symptoms sensitively.
Engages parents/family members, guardians, and referring agents to obtain collateral data to inform treatment.
Recognizes signs and symptoms of serious mental illness as part of monitoring progress; completes brief mental health status exams as expected.
Develops alternative interventions for youth not responding positively; knowledge of suicide risk indicators is required with ongoing assessments.
Coordinates transition planning and services to aid successful reintegration; collaborates with MDT and milieu staff; may refer to psychiatrists as needed.
Determines appropriate, strengths-based treatment goals and identifies who provides services per the treatment plan.
Training and Consultation
Maintains knowledge of federal confidentiality regulations (42 C.F.R. Part 2) and HIPAA, and relevant Colorado rules.
Keeps current on literature and emerging practices for juvenile mental health and co-occurring disorders.
Trains others in best-practice treatment delivery; participates in orientation, workshops, and discipline meetings to maintain competency in evidence-based services.
Guides staff by modeling interventions and participating in case reviews and supervision; maintains professional certifications and licensure; contributes to milieu programming decisions.
Participates in clinical supervision, continuing education, and treatment team meetings; provides input on treatment goals and program options.
Documentation and Communication
Documents in approved EHR a treatment note for all individual and group sessions (DAP format).
Ensures group documentation reflects participation and records appropriate information for youth treatment communications.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure and Experience: Current, valid Colorado or state licensure in the Social Work Licensure Compact as one of the following: LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LAC. One (1) year of experience with licensure in a role aligned to the position requirements.
Relatable experience as a current or previous State of Colorado employee (preferred).
Conditions Of Employment
Be a minimum of 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence.
Full background check and reference check required.
State residency at time of application and throughout employment unless otherwise identified.
Motor Vehicle Check if driving a state-owned vehicle; valid Colorado or U.S. Driver’s License as applicable.
Completion of DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program, and mandatory annual training.
Use of the Diana Screen for applicants; results may influence selection.
Former State employees with disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination must disclose information and may face disqualification unless justified.
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference to veterans).
ADA Accommodations
CDHS is committed to reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the employment process. For accommodation requests, contact cdhs_ada@state.co.us.
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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 provide evidenced-based and research-supported therapeutic intervention services to youth committed and detained with DYS. 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 communities. They remain current on literature and research, 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. It provides mental health and case management services to committed and detained youth in the Division of Youth Services. Services include: clinical assessment, monitoring medication effectiveness 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. The position provides mental health/crisis management services for a DYS detained/committed youth and may involve trauma-related considerations. Therapeutic services use approved DYS Evidence Based Curricula as appropriate.
Job Duties
Maintains a caseload and conducts individual, group, and family therapy sessions using evidence-based treatment theories in mental health treatment for adolescents.
Maintains understanding of adolescent development and appropriate interventions for this population, including developmental needs.
Uses theories relevant to youth and their history, considering age, ethnicity, culture, religious and sexual issues to affect behavior change. Interprets treatment issues, problems, expectations, and changes in behavior for residents and families.
Documents and assesses the effectiveness of interventions toward program progression and youth stabilization.
Therapy may include substance abuse, trauma histories, cognitive limitations, and services for sexually abusive or violent youth; align services to youth needs and protective factors.
Provides therapeutic services using a strength-based and holistic approach.
Collaborates with medical team and psychiatrist regarding psychotropic medication assessment or continuation to aid in youth stability.
Collaborates with educational/vocational systems to ensure appropriate academic services are provided.
Seeks additional resources to ensure the best treatment approach based on developmental and neurocognitive ability.
Provides therapy considering trauma, substance abuse, brain injury, and mental health disorders; adapts as needed for youth abilities.
Supports agency services of cognitive behavioral-based interventions, social learning theory, and motivational interviewing.
actively engages family/caregivers in stabilization and transition planning.
Assesses progress and barriers; documents all case management and therapeutic services in the Fusion Electronic Health Record system.
Follows Sanctuary/ROCK Program and facilitates Community Review Teams as needed for Individual Growth and Change Plans.
Assessment and Treatment Planning
This position addresses mental health and other needs identified, considering estimated length of stay.
Reviews assessment data and recommendations with youth; gathers historical information; develops rapport; maintains confidentiality and evaluates symptoms sensitively.
Engages parents/family members, guardians, and referring agents to obtain collateral data to inform treatment.
Recognizes signs and symptoms of serious mental illness as part of monitoring progress; completes brief mental health status exams as expected.
Develops alternative interventions for youth not responding positively; knowledge of suicide risk indicators is required with ongoing assessments.
Coordinates transition planning and services to aid successful reintegration; collaborates with MDT and milieu staff; may refer to psychiatrists as needed.
Determines appropriate, strengths-based treatment goals and identifies who provides services per the treatment plan.
Training and Consultation
Maintains knowledge of federal confidentiality regulations (42 C.F.R. Part 2) and HIPAA, and relevant Colorado rules.
Keeps current on literature and emerging practices for juvenile mental health and co-occurring disorders.
Trains others in best-practice treatment delivery; participates in orientation, workshops, and discipline meetings to maintain competency in evidence-based services.
Guides staff by modeling interventions and participating in case reviews and supervision; maintains professional certifications and licensure; contributes to milieu programming decisions.
Participates in clinical supervision, continuing education, and treatment team meetings; provides input on treatment goals and program options.
Documentation and Communication
Documents in approved EHR a treatment note for all individual and group sessions (DAP format).
Ensures group documentation reflects participation and records appropriate information for youth treatment communications.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure and Experience: Current, valid Colorado or state licensure in the Social Work Licensure Compact as one of the following: LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or LAC. One (1) year of experience with licensure in a role aligned to the position requirements.
Relatable experience as a current or previous State of Colorado employee (preferred).
Conditions Of Employment
Be a minimum of 21 years of age, with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence.
Full background check and reference check required.
State residency at time of application and throughout employment unless otherwise identified.
Motor Vehicle Check if driving a state-owned vehicle; valid Colorado or U.S. Driver’s License as applicable.
Completion of DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program, and mandatory annual training.
Use of the Diana Screen for applicants; results may influence selection.
Former State employees with disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination must disclose information and may face disqualification unless justified.
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference to veterans).
ADA Accommodations
CDHS is committed to reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the employment process. For accommodation requests, contact cdhs_ada@state.co.us.
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