LCSW/LPC Substance Use Program Intake Counselor

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Department

• Conducts comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments that are thorough, individualized, objective and complete. Evaluates emotional components, impact of health issues and assists patient to identify therapy goals, dysfunctional factors in order to establish diagnosis and conceptualization of concerns. Utilize/delegate activities to other care team members as appropriate, for more administrative or time intensive tasks. Comprehensive evaluations will cover life span, from 6 years old through adulthood. (65%)
• Applies knowledge of individual, group and family functioning to ensure thorough evaluation of presenting problems. Is aware of and able to articulate the professional use of self in the relationship to maximize the patient's engagement in the evaluation. Demonstrates the ability to develop effective conceptualization and initial treatment goals that are socio-culturally sensitive. (10%)
• Routinely consults, negotiates, and coordinates with internal and external resources to assure collaborative efforts to maximize patient outcomes. Demonstrates leadership in facilitating multi-disciplinary communications and patient care meetings (i.e. case conferences/family meetings) and utilizes information to assess care needs. Demonstrates and educates staff as to the scope of function of the Social Work/Counseling role in the health care team. (10%)
• Ensures patient involvement in care planning and goal setting with informed consent documented. Demonstrates knowledge and applicability of the principles of growth and development over the life span, as well as demonstrating the ability to assess the patient's status and interpreting appropriate cultural information of the patient(s) to whom care/service is being delivered/provided. Demonstrates knowledge of major concepts principles and theories of normal and abnormal human development, and its application to specific age groups. Utilizes knowledge of patient populations' cultural, religious, ethnic and social systems in interactions, care planning and education. Demonstrates comprehensive effective knowledge of programs, eligibility, and skill in obtaining appropriate resource/services; is able to educate others, to identify gaps and suggest alternatives. (10%)
• Participates in learning of self and others through active participation in peer review process. Participates in staff meetings, group supervision (staff development) and assigned task groups and applies knowledge of groups and their tasks through appropriate participation. Utilizes supervision to address learning needs, concerns and practice issues. Establishes plan to address issues. (5%)

• Master's Degree Social Work or Counseling Required

• 1-3 years Full time post master's degree Social Work or Counseling practice under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor required. Required

• LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW State Licensing Board Required or
• LPC-Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC State Licensing Board Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required

• Knowledge of comprehensive evaluation, case management components, and crisis intervention processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal human relation skills
• Possesses excellent customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.