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WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL? Volunteers of America Colorado believes unique challenges require unique and thoughtful solutions. VOA creates specialized programs to meet the critical needs of the communities we serve—our programs across Colorado look different because each community is distinct. Volunteers of America recognizes the senior who needs assistance with her grocery shopping in Fort Collins, and the student in Aurora who has never been to summer camp. We support Denver’s homeless veterans who have been underserved, and prepare preschoolers challenged by poverty to be successful in elementary school and beyond. Wherever we go we engage faith, relationship-building, and volunteers to lift-up and support Colorado’s most vulnerable citizens.

**The Behavioral Health Clinician will provide clinical behavioral health support to highly vulnerable individuals

experiencing homelessness via in-person one on one, and group settings. This position will be integrated into

the Irving Street Women’s Residential (ISWR) program charged with stabilizing program participants and will

collaborate with program staff to ensure sufficient access and connection to behavioral health supports for

program participants. At times this position may also offer behavioral health guidance and support to

programs outside of ISWR. Populations of focus may include individuals and families experiencing

homelessness, individuals with mental health concerns, justice-involved individuals, low-income households,

and others as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Conducts intake, screening, psychosocial assessments, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention as deemed

appropriate and necessary to support established program and service objectives. Communicates clinical

assessments, interventions, and ongoing client contact via established processes.

· Collaborates and coordinates with a wide spectrum of community stakeholders in support of program

objectives.

· Works in collaboration with shelter staff, case manager and senior project manager to provide behavioral

health support and to promote access and connection to long-term behavioral health services.

· Works to develop access and connection to supportive services necessary for program participants to

achieve service plan objectives.

· Works within an established client records system to document client interactions and progress towards

documented service objectives.

· Develops, monitors, and regularly updates individualized service and treatment plans for assigned

program participants.

· Works with specifically assigned clients related to service planning, documentation of progress, service

tracking, and outcome evaluation.

· Performs crisis management and interventions activities as necessary.

· Completes insurance authorizations and other reporting requirements as necessary.

· Understands and maintains client confidentiality and HIPAA privacy practices.

· Maintains a positive and professional work environment.

· Communicates clearly and effectively with program participants, community stakeholders, and

colleagues.

· Completes all assigned tasks in a thorough, timely, and complete manner.

· Travels to field offices throughout Colorado as necessary to support program operations.

· Participates in clinical supervision, mentorship, and other professional development activities as

authorized and assigned.

· Predictable, consistent attendance.

· Performs additional duties as necessary.

LOCATION · Irving Street Women’s Residential Facility

Salary Range: $42.00-$44.00/hr

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Company Paid Unlimited Mental Health Benefits for Employees on the VOAC Health Plan

Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

Requirements

COMPETENCIES

· Models core culture attributes of VOACO that include “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).

· Models and VOACO’s three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, People Smart).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES · N/A

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

· Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or related field.

· LSW, LPCC or equivalent active licensure in the State of Colorado.

· Must possess a Colorado driver’s license and state-mandated automobile insurance.

· Must possess a personal vehicle that may be used for work-related travel (reimbursement for mileage is available).

· Must complete agency and program credentialing within 12 weeks of hire and maintain credentialing standards thereafter.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

· Certified Addictions Counselor (CAC) Certification.

· Demonstrated proficiency in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

· Ability to respectfully and professionally serve individuals hailing from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ideologies, and religions.

· Ability to work and thrive within a diverse, multicultural team environment.

· Ability to take initiative and work independently.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

· Ability to apply appropriate self-care in the face of often difficult and/or traumatic situations which commonly present while working with persons in need of services.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Travel throughout the program’s service area is required on a regular basis.

· Must be able to work in diverse and, at times, uncomfortable environments such as homeless shelters, service facilities, streets, offices, and all other locations as necessary to fulfill program objectives.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

· Part-Time as indicated in posting.

· Works hours vary depending upon program requirements, but are typically scheduled around a 25 hour week.