Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry (DOP) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU), the Division of Child and Adolescent Mental Health (DCAMH), and the Pediatric Mental Health Institute (PMHI) of Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) has an opening for a full-time Faculty Advanced Practice Provider within the CHCO PMHI with primary responsibilities in Crisis Services.

The CU DCAMH, PMHI, and CHCO are combining to transform children’s mental health care in Colorado, building a coordinated system, grounded in collaboration and partnership, that provides all children high-quality, evidence-based, youth- and family-centered care through an ambitious and comprehensive strategic plan. As part of this transformative work, we are creating an evidence-based, comprehensive crisis care model to ensure patients and families receive timely, effective care during a mental health crisis. We are looking for a psychologist to join our efforts in becoming a national leader in pediatric crisis services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to patients and families seen in PMHI crisis services, which will span emergency room, ambulatory, and crisis stabilization clinical areas.
• Conduct fast-track and full psychiatric crisis evaluations in emergency settings, conduct intake and full diagnostic and medication evaluations in ambulatory settings, and conduct initial and subsequent evaluations in acute stabilization settings.
• Work on and contribute to multidisciplinary teams inclusive of psychiatrists, psychologists, behavioral health clinicians.
• Collaborate with internal and external providers involved in a patient’s care
• Collaborate with relevant disposition and care coordinators involved in patient’s care
• Provide clinical consultation for complex cases, including extended stay patients
• Partner with PMHI leadership and clinical team members on the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of crisis services programming
• Supervise, teach, and mentor mental health trainees
• Engage in research, scholarship, and/or quality improvement projects
• Serve on committees, task forces, and/or workgroups
• Participate in on-call PMHI duties

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Supervision Received

The Crisis Services Advanced Practice Provider reports to the PMHI Associate Medical Director of Crisis Services and Medical Director of Consultation Services, in addition to the PMHI Medical Director, supervising all practice of APPs and Psychiatrists within the institute. The Crisis APP will also have an indirect reporting structure to the Consultative Division leadership team, which includes Associate Medical Director, Associate Clinical Director, and Manager and Associate Clinical Managers.

Supervision Exercised

The Crisis Services APP will not supervise (e.g., hire, terminate, discipline, and approve leave) other employees. There will be opportunities to provide supervision, training, and mentoring to mental health trainees.

Why Join Us:

The CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the CU health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and CHCO - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The DOP is one of the largest units in the CU School of Medicine and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU DOP sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values, and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.

CU offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit:

Diversity and Equity:

CU is committed to recruiting, engaging, and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. We are seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. The mission of the DOP Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee is to intentionally support and advance a culture of authenticity, belonging, inclusivity, and mutual respect. We are committed to leading transformational education, working toward cultural humility, and taking impactful actions related to DEI. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding.

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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

The ranks are based on how many years a candidate has been licensed and if they want to pursue the promotions track. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below.

Instructor/Sr. Instructor:

• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: NP/APN/PA.

Preferred Qualifications (applicable for all ranks):

• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience following completion of a terminal degree.
• Experience providing evidence-based crisis services to youth and families with acute mental health concerns.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Preference will be given to those who are eager to engage in all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching, scholarship, and service).
• Clinical expertise in flexibly providing evidence-based assessment, treatment, and consultation to high acuity youth and families.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, trainees, patients, and families.
• Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion during interactions with patients, families, providers, and other team members.
• Ability to provide effective supervision to mental health trainees and consultation with other mental health professionals.
• Knowledge of research and quality improvement methodology, as well as the ability to independently conduct research and/or quality improvement projects.

How to Apply:

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

• A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
• A current CV/resume
• List of five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to: Beau Carubia, MD, beau.carubia@childrenscolorado.org

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor: $120,000 to $135,000

Senior Instructor: $120,000 to $135,000

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 is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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.

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ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations 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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

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.