Pediatric Psychologist, Integrated

Job Summary:

Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry has an opening for an Open Rank - Integrated Pediatric Psychologist position.

Reporting to the Section Head for Integrated Behavioral Health, this position is responsible for direct clinical care, teaching, supervision, and program development duties, with a focus on providing integrated behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families who are seen in medical subspecialty outpatient, inpatient, multidisciplinary clinics, and/or primary care settings. This posting is for a Flex Psychologist position and work location will be determined based on organizational need at any given time. This is a faculty position with rank commensurate with the applicant's qualifications.

Please note, this is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide integrated behavioral health services across medical ambulatory clinics, multidisciplinary clinics, hospital inpatient settings, and/or primary care settings throughout the Children's Hospital Colorado system including at network of care sites.
• Consult with pediatric medical teams around addressing behavioral health and environmental factors that impact child well-being including adherence, compliance, adjustment to medical diagnosis and treatment, mental health, behavioral, developmental, and family factors.
• Collaborate with medical teams, allied health professionals, resource partners including social work, family navigators, and community health liaisons to deliver comprehensive, team-based care.
• Use evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches for children and adolescents presenting with a wide range of medical, behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating integrated behavioral health programming in healthcare settings.
• Engage in teaching, supervision, and scholarship, including collaboration on grants and contracts with hospital and community partners.

Work Location:

Hybrid - This posting is for a Flex Psychologist position and work location will be determined based on organizational need at any given time.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnically minoritized individuals, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

• Instructor:
  • 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum degree qualifications: PhD and/or PsyD
• Sr. Instructor:
  • 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum degree qualifications: PhD and/or PsyD
• Assistant Professor:
  • 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum degree qualifications: PhD and/or PsyD
• Associate Professor:
  • 4-7 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum degree qualifications: PhD and/or PsyD
• Professor:
  • 7 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at rank or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum degree qualifications: PhD and/or PsyD

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated skills in the use of developmentally and diagnostically appropriate screening and assessment tools
• Demonstrated skills using evidence-based treatment models including but not limited motivational interviewing, consultation models, and flexible application of behavioral and developmental interventions to address medical and mental health concerns
• 1-3 years serving as a supervisor for psychology trainees
• Experience and skill in consulting with professional colleagues and healthcare staff
• Ability to deliver services in Spanish is strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Clinical skill is required for conducting brief and targeted assessments and consultations in integrated healthcare settings
• Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team and with colleagues, medical specialists, and trainees across a wide array of clinical settings
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical information-sharing, training and supervision, and presentations/education to community audiences
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment
• Experience supervising psychology trainees and supporting
• Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion and integrates cultural awareness and humility in advancing culturally responsive systems of care and training environments
• Commitment to multiculturalism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and experience with diverse pediatric populations.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner - brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 1/30/2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $105,000 to $115,000

Senior Instructor: $105,000 to $115,000

Assistant Professor: $105,000 to $115,000

Associate Professor: $130,000 to $140,000

Professor: $162,000 to $200,000

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.