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We are recruiting for a mission-driven Psychologist (0.5 FTE) - Infant Mental Health and Healthy Steps Behavioral Health Consultant to join our team!
We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.
Our Values
Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency
DEPARTMENT
CHS Behavioral Health
JOB SUMMARY
The Psychologist provides doctoral level integrated behavioral health services as a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) and functions as a key member of the primary care medical team. The BHC abides by guidelines and expectations specific to the clinic in which they provide patient care. Services will be provided in the Ambulatory Care Services (ACS) clinic(s) with a focus on therapeutic interventions across the lifespan. Services include expert diagnostic assessment and brief evidence-based treatment for psychiatric disorders and assessing psychosocial factors in patients with chronic medical conditions as well as substance abuse screening. The psychologist strives to create a positive customer service experience by committing to highest standards set forth by Denver Health. The psychologist provides case management and consultation, case coordination to facilitate referrals to specialty care, and crisis intervention. The psychologist is actively involved in quality improvement, data monitoring, and research projects. Participates in supervision and teaching for the pre-doctoral psychology internship and provides supervision to psychology residents and practicum students as needed.
- The psychologist in this role would support pediatric patients aged 0-18 and their families. *
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- 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%)
Education:
- Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school Required
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- 1-3 years One year of postdoctoral experience Required
LICENSES:
- PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required and
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- 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.
- Knowledge of electronic health record preferred.
SHIFT
WORK TYPE
Regular (0.5 FTE)
SALARY
$112,500.00 - $134,400.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)
BENEFITS
At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.
Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
- Ambient AI digital scribe with Epic integration for all ambulatory providers!
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- 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
ABOUT DENVER HEALTH
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
INTRODUCTION
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Psychologist (0.5 FTE) - Infant Mental Health and Healthy Steps Behavioral Health Consultant to join our team!
We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.
Our Values
Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency
DEPARTMENT
CHS Behavioral Health
JOB SUMMARY
The Psychologist provides doctoral level integrated behavioral health services as a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) and functions as a key member of the primary care medical team. The BHC abides by guidelines and expectations specific to the clinic in which they provide patient care. Services will be provided in the Ambulatory Care Services (ACS) clinic(s) with a focus on therapeutic interventions across the lifespan. Services include expert diagnostic assessment and brief evidence-based treatment for psychiatric disorders and assessing psychosocial factors in patients with chronic medical conditions as well as substance abuse screening. The psychologist strives to create a positive customer service experience by committing to highest standards set forth by Denver Health. The psychologist provides case management and consultation, case coordination to facilitate referrals to specialty care, and crisis intervention. The psychologist is actively involved in quality improvement, data monitoring, and research projects. Participates in supervision and teaching for the pre-doctoral psychology internship and provides supervision to psychology residents and practicum students as needed.
- The psychologist in this role would support pediatric patients aged 0-18 and their families. *
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- 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%)
Education:
- Doctorate Degree in psychology from an accredited school Required
WORK EXPERIENCE:
- 1-3 years One year of postdoctoral experience Required
LICENSES:
- PSY-Licensed Psychologist - State Board of Psychologist Examiners Required and
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- 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.
- Knowledge of electronic health record preferred.
SHIFT
WORK TYPE
Regular (0.5 FTE)
SALARY
$112,500.00 - $134,400.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)
BENEFITS
At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.
Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
- Ambient AI digital scribe with Epic integration for all ambulatory providers!
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- 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
ABOUT DENVER HEALTH
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
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Which companies sponsor visas for mental health professionals in Colorado?
UCHealth, Children's Hospital Colorado, SCL Health, and Jefferson Center for Mental Health are among the Colorado employers with documented histories of sponsoring international mental health professionals. Federally Qualified Health Centers and community mental health centers, such as Clinica Family Health and Mental Health Partners, also sponsor visas, particularly for roles serving underserved populations where staffing shortages are most acute.
Which visa types are most common for mental health roles in Colorado?
The H-1B is the most common visa for licensed psychologists, licensed professional counselors, and behavioral health program managers, since these roles typically require a master's or doctoral degree in a specific field. The J-1 visa is also used for psychiatry residents and postdoctoral psychology fellows at teaching hospitals. Foreign-trained psychiatrists often enter on J-1 and may pursue Conrad 30 waivers to remain in Colorado after completing their exchange program.
Which cities in Colorado have the most mental health visa sponsorship jobs?
Denver and Aurora account for the largest share of mental health sponsorship activity, driven by major health systems, the VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare System, and hospital-affiliated behavioral health programs. Boulder and Fort Collins have growing demand tied to university communities and tech-sector employee assistance programs. Rural areas along the Eastern Plains and Western Slope also post sponsored positions, particularly through telehealth-enabled community health centers seeking bilingual clinicians.
How to find mental health visa sponsorship jobs in Colorado?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international professionals seeking visa sponsorship in the U.S. You can filter by state and role to browse mental health positions in Colorado posted by employers that sponsor. This is more targeted than general job searches because listings are curated for sponsorship-eligible candidates, saving time that would otherwise be spent screening out employers that don't sponsor.
Are there state-specific considerations for mental health professionals seeking sponsorship in Colorado?
Colorado requires independent licensure, such as LPC or LCSW, for most clinical roles, which international candidates must obtain through the Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners or equivalent board. Credential evaluation and supervised hours requirements can affect hiring timelines. Colorado also participates in the Conrad 30 J-1 waiver program, which allows physicians, including psychiatrists, to waive the two-year home residency requirement by committing to work in a Health Professional Shortage Area.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mental health jobs in Colorado?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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