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OJJDP Violence Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics, Section of Adolescent Medicine

Job Title: OJJDP Violence Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator

Position #: 00822690 - Requisition #:36734

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

+ Coordinate patients interfacing with the CHAVAT, including reviewing charts for eligibility for the program, providing outreach to families, and coordinating intakes.

+ Conduct assessments and provide brief motivational interviewing interventions for youth at risk for are having already perpetrating violence.

+ Conduct MI-focused interventions focusing on ways to reduce both violence perpetration, gun carrying, and gun violence in the outpatient setting.

+ Communicate treatment plans to the other behavioral health specialists involved in the CHAVAT as well as coordinate appointments with youth and their families.

+ Coordinate wrap-around services, setting up appointments between youth identified in the emergency department or hospital setting for outpatient management.

+ Participate in the care of approximately 100 clients annually.

+ Other activities as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Work Location:

Onsite

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University?

+ 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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in social work or a directly related field.

+ At least two (2) years of clinical experience working with adolescents and families.

+ Licensed Social Worker (LSW).

Conditions of Employment:

+ Must successfully pass a drug test through Children's Hospital Colorado.

+ _Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check._

_*For questions regarding Children's Hospital drug testing requirements, please contact Children's Human Resources at 720-777-8598. Some positions may require testing if access to Children's Hospital or their systems is needed at any time during employment with the University. If drug testing is required, it will be listed in the job posting._

_Preferred Qualifications:_

+ _Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)._

+ _Registered Nurse (RN) license._

+ _Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)._

+ _Ideally, but not limited to, at least 3 years of experience working with at-risk adolescents and young adults (substance use, juvenile justice, violence prevention)._

+ _Proficient in Motivational Interviewing skills._

+ _Experience with trauma-informed care._

_Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_

+ _Counseling skills._

+ _Efficient with organizational skills and basic computer skills._

+ _Excellent communication skills._

+ _Ability to work with a team of healthcare providers._

_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. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address_

_Questions should be directed to: Rebecca Barlow, [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=Rebecca.Barlow@ChildrensColorado.org)_

_Screening of Applications Begins:_

_Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by June 30, 2025._

_Anticipated Pay Range:_

_The hiring range for this position has been established as $66,536 to $84,634._

_The above 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=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 non-discrimination 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._

_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 [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . 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 (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) ._

_Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References_ **_Job Category_**

_: Health Care_ **_Primary Location_**

_: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20962 - SOM-PEDS Adolescent Med-GenOps_ **_Schedule_**

_: Full-time_ **_Posting Date_**

_: Apr 29, 2025_ **_Unposting Date_**

_: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Rebecca Barlow Posting Contact Email: [email protected] (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=Rebecca.Barlow@ChildrensColorado.org) Position Number: 00822690_

_To apply, visit https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=36734&lang=en (https://apptrkr.com/6187103)_

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OJJDP Violence Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator - 36734 University Staff

The Violence Prevention Specialist/Care Coordinator (Nurse, MSW, LSW, LCSW) will serve several roles for the Comprehensive Hospital-Based Adolescent Violence Assessment and Treatment at Children's Hospital Colorado (CHAVAT@CHCO) (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=(CHAVAT@CHCO)) . This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) grant-funded position.

- this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

With an abundance of sunshine and mountains nearby, the Colorado Front Range is the place to be! The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus ranks among the top 20 medical centers in the country. CU Anschutz has top-ranked clinical programs in family medicine and pediatrics, and the basic science and applied health research programs attract more NIH funding than any other university in Colorado. CU-Anschutz is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, The Children's Hospital of Colorado, and the University of Colorado Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Public Health, providing access to an array of possibilities to improve lives across a spectrum of ages and disease states.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get\_redirect.php?id=6187103&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.