What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist Supervisor position at Boulder Community Hospital Health System?
Behavioral Health Specialist Supervisor
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303
$34.82 - $52.24 an hour - Full-Time Days, 40 hours per week
Boulder Community Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist Supervisor that is responsible for supervising the daily operation of the behavioral health team. In collaboration with the Manager of Outpatient Behavioral Health Services, the BHS Supervisor implements patient care processes that result in patient and staff satisfaction. The BHS Supervisor maintains adequate staff and assures staff competence through the Competency Based orientation and the Service Quality Review processes.
Benefits:
Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option
Dental and Vision insurance
BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
Paid Time Off
Education assistance program
Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family
Qualifications
Master of Social Work (MSW) or Master of Counseling degree required
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Colorado required.
Two years supervised experience in an integrated primary care environment, acute care hospital setting, human service agency or its equivalent preferred
Responsibilities
Supervise Behavioral Health Specialists in Physician Clinics
With the manager, interview and hire new staff members in designated supervisory area.
Support staff by intervening in conflict and/or problem-solving. Escalate to Integrated Services Manager if unable to de-escalate, resolve or facilitate.
Responsible for the department in the absence of the Manager.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a Care Team with Primary Care Providers, MAs, and other clinic's staff to provide care to patients based on best practices and evidence-case medicine (EBM).
Responsible for crisis intervention, problem-solving, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and self-management support for referred patients.
Responsible for telephone call follow-up for high-risk patients on caseload, especially depression patients.
Provide emotional support for patients and/or families and staff in crisis situations.
Provide accurate assessment and evaluation, development and implementation of a treatment plan with patients and/or families, i.e., psychosocial assessments.
Coordinate services between health care and community service providers and the patient and/or family and staff.
Establish new and maintain ongoing relationships with various resources in the community as determined by patient, family, hospital, and community needs.
Provide education to patients and/or families, staff and the community; topics may include crisis intervention, and the emotional, social, and economic stresses of illness.
About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado
Boulder Community Health's vision is partnering to create and care for the healthiest community in the nation. We are a community owned-and-operated nonprofit health system dedicated to providing local access to high-quality medical care to our community in Boulder and surrounding areas.
We are known across Colorado for our clinical excellence in heart care, neurosurgery, stroke care, orthopedics and cancer care. We're proud of our tradition of being an early adopter of new technologies and medical techniques that improve care for our patients. We are a Certified Level II Trauma Center with numerous awards and recognition including the 2023 Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award, 2022 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care from Leapfrog, Money Magazine and Newsweek and Boulder Weekly's 2022 Best Hospital.
Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, living and working in Boulder means enjoying the outdoors and natural beauty, bringing a fresh perspective to healthcare practice.
As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more!
EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.
BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.
This position is an internal opening and will close in 7 days. Applications will be accepted until the closing date.
Salary : $35 - $52
