2nd Judicial District Regional Manager, Licensed

Job Title: Regional Manager- Licensed                             Job Code: 880014           

Monthly Salary Range: $7,898.58 - $10,663.08               FLSA Status: Exempt

Annual Salary Range: $94,783.00 - $127,957.00              Location: Colorado

Reports to: Clinical Director                                            Approved: 2/5/24

Application Opening Date: 4/11/2025                             Application Closing Date: 4/21/2025 at 8:00am MST

Please note this posting may be used to establish an applicant talent pool

About Bridges of Colorado

Established in 2018, Bridges of Colorado places Bridges Service Professionals across Colorado's 23 judicial districts to serve defendants (referred to as participants) in the criminal justice system who have significant mental health needs. Individuals with high acuity mental health needs are ten times more likely to be jailed and nationally there are three times more individuals with serious mental illness in jails or prisons than in hospitals. Bridges has been identified nationwide as a promising practice that focuses on the whole person. It is intentionally designed to address disparities often experienced by this population in the criminal justice system. Bridges Service Professionals advocate for each participant’s inherent worth and dignity by centering their lived experiences and voice to ensure their behavioral health best interests. At its very core, Bridges is person-centered advocacy rooted in solution-focused, collaborative practices intended to promote positive outcomes for participants.

About the Role

This role exemplifies our values of being

Person-Centered by

·       Supporting Bridges service professionals in providing ongoing, personalized engagement with participants through person-centered, solution-focused case management.

·       Supervising 8-10 employees in the Bridges service professional job series across the assigned district(s) or region. Responsibilities include training; planning, assigning, and directing work; quality control and time management of delivery of services to participants. Leads or provides input into and participates in discipline, dismissal, and hiring processes.

·       Ensuring Bridges service professionals conduct intake, screening, and assessment with participants in a timely manner that is in alignment with person-centered practices.

·       Assisting Bridges service professionals to determine appropriate, meaningful, and culturally responsive referral and treatment options. As needed, help staff to identify existing programs, community agencies, and payor sources (such as Medicaid) to support participant engagement with the most appropriate services.

·       Providing support to Bridges service professionals as they work to make direct connections to, and support engagement with, a wide range of services for participants, including, but not limited to, inpatient, outpatient, and out-of-custody competency evaluations and/or restoration services, case management services, behavioral health services or psychiatric services or supports, and employment, housing, and other social supports.

·       Engaging in all aspects of the program in ways that humanize participants, including practicing trauma-informed care, culturally competent responses, and providing advocacy when participant well-being is at significant risk.  Identify areas for staff growth or improvement and guide and oversee staff accordingly.  Identify when a staff member may not be able to appropriately serve a participant or case and make staffing adjustments as necessary

·       Providing leadership for, development of, or participation in onboarding, education, communities of practice, team meetings, and professional development opportunities as recommended or required by Bridges leadership.

·       Providing clinical and group supervision on a rotating basis to Bridges service professionals other than direct supervisees, including emergency staffing regarding high-acuity clients and crisis situations.

·       Providing clinical supervision with a priority on participant well-being and staff support and self-care. When applicable, provide clinical supervision in a format that supports a Bridges service professional’s efforts toward licensure, including completing required verification and related paperwork.

·       Ensuring Bridges service professionals provide competent, appropriate, and ethical services to participants, including high acuity cases, by engaging multiple professionals in the decision-making process. Ensure compliance with state and federal mandates.

·       Facilitating appropriate crisis interventions, including placing emergency holds.

Solution-Focused by

·       Supporting Bridges service professionals in informing judicial officers and attorneys (via reports to the court and appearances at court hearings) in a timely manner about participant needs regarding mental health, social determinants of health, and equitable access to related services, including community-based services.

·       Ensuring Bridges service professionals inform judicial officers and attorneys in a timely manner about available and appropriate behavioral health services and supports, competency evaluations, restoration to competency services, and other relevant decisions, barriers, and issues facing individuals with behavioral health conditions who are involved with the criminal justice system.

·       Supporting Bridges service professionals in their role as a resource for Court and Parties to the case.  (The Bridges service professional shall not be an independent party in a case nor serve in a role intended to monitor compliance with a court order by a Party or other person associated with a case.)  Provide leadership and guidance to supervisees when there are challenges maintaining the neutral, behavior-health-focused role of the Bridges service professional.

·       Identifying gaps or areas of need in the local or state network of behavioral health services and work with Bridges leadership to pursue solutions.

·       Supporting Bridges service professionals in advocating for the behavioral health best interests of participants with judicial officers and attorneys by engaging the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and legal neutrality.

·       Functioning as a resource expert across the assigned district(s) and region.

·       Maintaining relevant licensure and completing required continuing professional development requirements.

Collaborative by

·       Fostering collaboration and communication between behavioral health and criminal justice systems in ways that promote positive outcomes and ensure participants are treated fairly and humanely, regardless of their behavioral health history or mental state.

·       Supporting Bridges service professionals as they work with judicial officers, attorneys, jails, hospitals, and service providers to address system gaps and barriers and promote positive outcomes for participants in assigned cases.

·       In partnership with Bridges service professionals, providing non-case-specific consultation to criminal justice personnel regarding behavioral health and community treatment options.

·       Advocating for the behavioral health best interests of participants across systems by engaging the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and legal neutrality.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: Will provide direct supervision of employees in the Bridges service professional job series.

Other Responsibilities

This is a dynamic position where the scope of responsibilities and duties will evolve, and the incumbent should anticipate fulfilling other duties as assigned that are reasonable and necessary to fulfill the Bridges mission. The ideal candidate for this role is expected to not only possess the ability to fulfill the outlined duties but will also be a proactive, adaptable, and capable contributor to the development of the role’s scope and responsibilities, aligning them with the evolving needs of the Office.

About You

You are passionate about working to improve the systems of care for those caught in the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal justice system, along with the following:

●      Person-centered, solutions-focused, and collaborative and are deeply committed to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

●      Value individualized solutions and responses that are meaningful to the participant and their well-being.

●      Knowledge and experience of interpersonal trauma-informed approaches and systems of care, specifically understanding the importance of being person-centered, solution-focused, and collaborative in this work.

●      Able to communicate and collaborate with varying levels of positions of power and manage conflict proactively and responsively with professionalism, confidentiality, clarity, and effectiveness.

●      Creative, self-motivated, and able to work and make decisions independently in a decentralized environment.

●      Client-driven and values-driven.

●      Aligned with Bridges’ culture and passionate about supporting it throughout the organization.

●      Must be responsive, flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of the role and the organization.

●      Capable of, and enjoys, thriving in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with thoughtful decision-making skills.

●      Emotional intelligence; able to create and sustain helpful, professional relationships thoughtfully and responsively with empathy, respect, and collaboration.

Lived Experience

At Bridges, we value lived experience in all forms. If you were formally justice involved or have experiences within the criminal justice and behavioral systems outside of formal education and work experience, we want to know! To discuss how your lived experience may be considered as a substitution for minimum qualifications, please reach out to Jori Dovey, People & Culture Director at jori.dovey@bridgesofcolorado.gov.

Minimum Qualifications

●        Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, and have a current license in Colorado as an LCSW, LMFT, LPC, and/or LAC.

●        Minimum of four (4 ) years work experience in criminal justice, behavioral health, or related field, including at least two (2 ) years of direct employment supervision.

●        Candidates must have practiced as a licensed clinician for a minimum of two (2 ) years.  Candidates must have an additional two or more (2 ) years of experience providing direct clinical supervision and staffing clinical cases.

●        Demonstration of professional alignment with Bridges values, culture, and principles of justice and equity throughout the organization.

OR

·       At least two (2 ) years as an employee or contractor with Bridges may substitute for the minimum qualifications above, with additional specialized training that may be required upon hire.

●      Years of relevant work experience may substitute for the educational requirement with the exception of any required licenses, certifications, or accreditations.

●      Years of education may substitute for the work experience requirement.

●      Relevant lived experience could be considered as a substitution for educational and/or work experience with the exception of any required licenses, certifications, or accreditations.  Please contact Jori Dovey, jori.dovey@bridgesofcolorado.gov, to determine whether your lived experience substitutes for any of the minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Seven or more (7 ) years work experience in criminal justice, behavioral health, or related field.

●        Demonstrated continuing education, advocacy, or volunteer work in DEI, JEDI, or social justice principles. Lived experience as it pertains to these principles in action will also be considered.

●        Experience with behavioral health and justice-involved populations.

●        Knowledge of the competency system.

●        Language proficiency beyond English.

Position Location and Travel Requirements

Bridges supports and fosters a flexible workplace for its employees.  Upon initial employment, the supervisor will make a workplace determination which best suits the needs of Bridges and the employee’s role. This position will work from home with regular in-person requirements to meet business needs (i.e. court hearings, participant meetings) and regional and state travel, depending on the particular assignment. Employees are expected to be readily available to meet business and last-minute needs. Occasional travel to the Bridges office in Denver is to be expected. Reliable transportation will be required.

Accommodations

The Office of Bridges of Colorado is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please direct your inquiries to Jori Dovey, People & Culture Director, jori.dovey@bridgesofcolorado.gov.

Compensation

We are proud of our equity-conscious pay scale for all positions, providing livable wages, robust benefits, and meaningful time-off policies.

This position's hiring pay is salaried. Pay for this position is $94,783 to $109,000.  For equity, the pay for this position (and all Bridges positions) is based upon the cost-of-living adjustment for the Denver metro area. Actual compensation offered will be determined based on prior experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to the position. As a person grows in this role, the full pay range is currently $94,783.00 to $127,957.00.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage for spouses, families, and domestic partners; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance and short and long-term disability insurance; Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) benefits; family and parental leave benefits; generous paid time off. Click here for further information about State of Colorado employee benefits.

We also offer professional and career development opportunities, including clinical supervision toward relevant licensure. A cell phone will be provided, along with a hybrid work arrangement when feasible for your position’s responsibilities. Each employee will receive a laptop for their home office or travel for work. All employees will also receive exclusive parking at a discounted rate near the Ralph Carr Judicial building for easy access to the in-person meetings in Denver.

How to Apply

You will be required to provide the following documents:

●        Resume

●        Cover letter

●        List of three references with contact information (2 of 3 must be professional)

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted unless you are instructed to do so. Please direct any additional inquiries or questions to bridges@bridgesofcolorado.gov

If you are offered employment, the following are the conditions of employment:

●      Be a current resident of the State of Colorado or become a resident of the State of Colorado within 30 days of the hire date;

●      Have reliable transportation to meet your position’s travel requirements;

●      Ability to work remotely, in an office setting, and travel throughout Colorado or region, depending on the position’s responsibilities;

●      Be willing to submit to a routine background investigation, including a criminal history check;

●      If hired, the Immigration Reform and Control Act requires you to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) workdays of your start date.

Bridges of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion of all voices in the workplace. We consider applicants equally and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, religion, social class, national origin, marital or parental status, pregnancy, disability status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or political affiliation. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and an environment of representation of diversity. We highly encourage individuals of all identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply.

Salary : $94,783 - $127,957