Behavioral Health Program Director
Position location: Sheridan Health Services (Southwest Denver), 3525 W. Oxford Avenue, Unit G1, Denver, CO 80236. Full-time (1.0 FTE) with 0.50 FTE dedicated to administrative duties. Health care provider positions at Sheridan Health Services qualify for federal and state loan repayment.
About the Role
The Behavioral Health Program Director is part of the Sheridan Health Services (SHS) senior leadership team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality integrated care services and the fiscal soundness of the organization. This position advises on primary care and behavioral health integration to improve service delivery and health outcomes. Responsibilities include administrative and clinical management of psychiatric and behavioral health (BH) services.
About Sheridan Health Services
Sheridan Health Services is a multi-site, nurse-managed federally qualified health center (FQHC) serving residents of Arapahoe, Denver, and Jefferson counties. Located in southwest Denver, SHS provides services to adults and children, with 65% identifying as Latinx and 42% best served in a language other than English (primarily Spanish). Services include:
- Primary care across the lifespan
- Prenatal and postpartum care
- Women’s health
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Behavioral health
- Outpatient substance use treatment
SHS operates as a Patient-Centered Medical Home, prioritizing patient-centered care and incorporating individual values and beliefs into decision-making.
Responsibilities
Program Management
- Provide programmatic oversight for the creation, implementation, and management of clinical programs within the BH service line.
- Oversee fiscal expenditures and supervise BH providers and BH Patient Navigator.
- Ensure behavioral health programs operate within budgeted revenues and achieve productivity goals.
- Identify and pursue new revenue streams (e.g., grants, contracts, managed care contracts).
Clinical Care
- Provide direct patient care (0.5 FTE) to diverse populations, including brief behavioral health therapy and screenings in an integrated medical setting for patients aged 0–99.
- Deliver outpatient behavioral health services, such as individual therapy, crisis intervention, care coordination, skill building, and psychoeducation.
- Complete documentation accurately and in compliance with clinic policies, including timely notes, referrals, and follow-up tasks.
Compliance
- Conduct audit and compliance activities to ensure behavioral health services adhere to state, federal, and CU regulations, as well as contractual requirements.
Community Engagement
- Participate in community outreach to increase access to care, reduce barriers to treatment, and advance the mission of SHS.
- Establish and maintain community partnerships.
Schedule
Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. Occasional evening shifts until 6pm for Extended Hours.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical and dental plans (multiple options)
- Disability, life, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with 10% employer contribution to a 401(a) plan
- Paid time off: 22 vacation days/year (max accrual 352 hours), 15 sick days/year (unlimited accrual), and 15 holidays/year
- Tuition benefit for employees across all CU campuses
- ECO Pass for reduced-rate RTD bus and light rail service
- Additional perks and programs through CU Advantage
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet the following qualifications by the time of hire:
Instructor- Master’s degree from an accredited institution in social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy or a doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD).
- Current licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW), professional counselor (LPC), marriage and family therapist (LMFT), or psychologist (LP) in good standing. Colorado licensure required by date of hire (may be in progress during application).
- Four (4) years of post-graduate experience providing direct patient care.
- One (1) year of experience as a clinical supervisor.
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution in social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy or a doctorate in psychology (PhD or PsyD).
- Current licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW), professional counselor (LPC), marriage and family therapist (LMFT), or psychologist (LP) in good standing. Colorado licensure required by date of hire (may be in progress during application).
- Four (4) years of post-graduate experience providing direct patient care.
- One (1) year of experience as a clinical supervisor.
- Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
- Experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.
- Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in social work, counseling, marriage and family therapy, or psychology (PhD or PsyD).
- Current licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW), professional counselor (LPC), marriage and family therapist (LMFT), or psychologist (LP) in good standing. Colorado licensure required by date of hire (may be in progress during application).
- Four (4) years of post-graduate experience providing direct patient care.
- One (1) year of experience as a clinical supervisor.
- Demonstrated leadership in area of practice.
- Experience collaborating with academic colleagues and students in practice activities.
Conditions of Employment
- Obtain Colorado licenses by date of hire.
- Obtain a valid NPI number by date of hire.
- Obtain a valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number within 30 days of hire.
- Complete CAQH by date of hire.
- Remain credentialed by all necessary parties and ensure credentialing materials stay current.
- Obtain and maintain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire.
- Willing and able to work in a patient care environment with exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a primary care or school-based health center using a brief model of service delivery.
- Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) at a conversational level in a clinical setting.
- Credentialed as a certified addiction specialist (CAS) or licensed addiction counselor (LAC).
- Experience as a preceptor/clinical supervisor of students and/or behavioral health trainees and interns.
- Experience navigating program compliance and audits, as well as billing and reporting.
Skills
- Leadership & Program Management: Ability to establish program goals, evaluate progress, and manage multiple clinical sites. Skill in providing administrative and clinical supervision. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and foster collaboration.
- Clinical Expertise: Expertise in clinical assessment and therapeutic interventions with individuals and groups. Knowledge of primary care–behavioral health integration, including co-located and integrated service models. Familiarity with medical terminology, psychiatric medications, and interdisciplinary treatment dynamics.
- Cultural Responsiveness: Knowledge of cultural, social, and economic factors impacting diverse populations. Commitment to culturally responsive practices in clinical and leadership roles.
- Compliance, Quality, & Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of regulatory requirements for clinical program oversight, billing, reporting, and compliance. Ability to lead quality improvement activities and use data for program enhancement.
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.