Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and actively builds
relationships with all patients.
Offer relationship, substance use, and parenting education and
support to adolescent families, including at monthly classes.
Support transitions, including care coordination and warm
handoffs, to community partners such as pediatric practices, mental
health providers, schools, and other community resources.
Address barriers to care and social drivers of health in the
context of obstetric care.
Respond to urgent child protection concerns and coordinates
with child protection agencies.
Actively engage in relationships with on-campus and community
programs that support these patients.
This description is a summary only and describes the general level
of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive.
The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or
based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete
duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor
and/or hiring authority.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in
Aurora, CO.
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 $757
million in research grants.
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 (based on percentage of
time)
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 11/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 .
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire. The ranks are based on how many years a candidate has
been licensed and if they want to pursue the promotions
track.
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, Sr. Instructor, Assistant Professor:
- 1-3 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience
at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: LCSW or MSW
- Associate Professor:
- 4-7 years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience
at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: LCSW or MSW
- Professor:
- 7+ years of related (pick one: clinical/research) experience at
rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: LCSW or MSW
Track:
Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected
candidates at the Assistant Professor level or higher will be
offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their
area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the
Offices for the Faculty Experience
Ranks of Instructor and Senior Instructor will be on the TTE track
and given an opportunity to switch tracks, if needed, at a later
time.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with at-risk families, especially those who
are pregnant or parenting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Effective clinical skills with vulnerable patient
populations.
- Ability to work as a collaborative member of multidisciplinary
teams.
- Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work
situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees at all levels throughout the
institution.
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
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone
number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
www.cu.edu/cu-careers .
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 9/30/2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (
or hiring range ) for this
position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:
Instructor: $68,000 to $80,000
Senior Instructor : $68,000 to $80,000
Assistant Professor: $68,000 to $80,000
Associate Professor: $68,000 to $80,000
Professor: $68,000 to $80,000
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 is not
eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
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
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to
creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect
and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.
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.
