Denver Health · 4 hours ago
Psychologist (Evergreen) - Integrated Behavioral Health
Wellington E. Webb Center for Primary Care - 301 6th Avenue, Denver, CO 80204
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$112K/yr - $134K/yr
1+ years expDenver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system seeking a motivated Psychologist (Evergreen) for their Integrated Behavioral Health program. The role involves providing integrated behavioral health services as a Behavioral Health Consultant, conducting assessments, offering therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with a primary care medical team.
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Responsibilities
Provide high quality clinical services to individuals referred to behavioral health, including short-term evidence-based behavioral health interventions and support services. (10%)
Provide services that are appropriate to the age and developmental level of the patient. (10%)
Consult with providers as part of the interdisciplinary team and generate recommendations, referrals, and case management as needed. (10%)
Conduct brief diagnostic screening of patients using evidence-based assessments and screening tools. (10%)
Provide health behavior change interventions using Motivational Interviewing. (10%)
Conduct in-depth diagnostic assessment as needed. (5%)
Conduct safety and risk assessment as needed. (5%)
Generate documentation of assessment and intervention in the medical record in a timely manner. (5%)
Actively participate in regular team meetings and huddles of the interdisciplinary team at primary care clinic. (5%)
Participate in Integrated Behavioral Health Division meetings to maintain cohesion and improve awareness of department functioning. (5%)
Participates or provides leadership of department, agency, or community meetings as well as internal Denver Health workgroups. (5%)
Participate in teaching and didactics as part of the training faculty of the Division of Psychology for psychology pre-doctoral residents and practicum students. (5%)
Provide teaching and presentation of relevant topics to the Integrated Behavioral Health Division staff. (5%)
Provide teaching and presentation of relevant topics to the medical residents and training programs within Denver Health and University of Colorado. (5%)
Participate in academic efforts in research and professional writing. (5%)
Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff (0%)
Qualification
Required
Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school
1-3 years One year of postdoctoral experience
PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Advanced knowledge and skills in effective psychological practice in primary care medical settings, including evidence-based, brief therapy modalities, crisis intervention, and risk assessment
Knowledge of patient populations' cultural, religious, ethnic, and social systems in interactions, care planning, and education
Knowledge of medical terms, abbreviations, diagnoses, treatment, and prognosis
Excellent interpersonal skills and motivation to work as part of a dynamic interdisciplinary team in a medical setting
Skill in providing care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the clinic setting
Skill in establishing a therapeutic alliance and engaging the patient in collaborative goal setting and prioritizing patient needs as part of the care team in the primary care clinic setting
Ability to participate as a faculty member with the Division of Medicine and provide teaching and supervision as needed for the psychology internship training program through the Department of Psychiatry
Ability to respond to feedback and incorporate it into practice
Ability to manage the therapeutic relationship including triaging patient to specialty mental health services and termination
Ability to respond to trauma or psychiatric emergency including writing involuntary mental health holds
Microsoft Office skills required
Preferred
Knowledge of electronic health record
Benefits
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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
Company
Denver Health
Denver Health is a health care organization providing level one care for all, regardless of ability to pay.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1MKey Investors
Health Resources and Services AdministrationCDA Foundation
2024-11-22Grant· $1M
2024-03-18Grant
Leadership Team
Leticia Leyva
Administrative Director. CEO's Office
Ansar Hassan
Interim CFO / Senior Finance Director
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