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Health Professional V- Forensic Community Based Services Supervisor

Salary

$78,684.00 - $110,160.00 Annually

Location

Statewide, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IIB-03507 10/24/25

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OBH (Office of Behavioral Health)

Opening Date

10/24/2025

Closing Date

11/7/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

3824 W Princeton Cir, Denver, CO 80236, USA

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Jeru Marshall: [email protected]

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is open to current Colorado Residents Only

Please note: This posting may be used to fill multiple positions

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)

Weekly Hybrid Working Arrangements

Minimum 2 days In Office and Maximum 3 days Remote Work

This position will comply with the Forensic Services Division current

working arrangements.

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About Forensic Based Community Services

Located within the ColoradoDepartment of Human Services, the Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health (OCFMH) is responsible for policy development, service provision and coordination, program monitoring and evaluation, and administrative oversight for the public behavioral health system . OCFMH funds, supports and monitors numerous mental health and substance abuse community programs and providers . OCFMH also operates the Colorado Mental Health Hospitals at Fort Logan and Pueblo and the Forensic Services Division . OCFMH executes the States' federal responsibilities as the State Mental Health Authority and State Substance Abuse Authority for the purposes of administering federal mental health and substance abuse block grant funds .

The Forensic Services Division is responsible for six departments including Forensic Community Based Services (FCBS), Jail Based Evaluation and Restoration (JBR), Outpatient Restoration (OPR), the Forensic Support Team (FST), theCourt Services Department, and the Operations Department. The Court Services Department employs forensically practicing psychologists to provide evaluative services statewide, with staff in Pueblo , Denver, and other locations . Evaluators complete all court ordered forensic evaluations for defendants in criminal cases as ordered by the court . These evaluations are performed in the jail, in the community, at CMHHIP, or at CMHHIFL and are performed by psychologists and psychiatrists, as mandated in the Colorado Statute, 16-8 . 5 .

This work unit exists to carry out the statutory obligations of the Department of Human Services to supervise compliance with court-ordered conditions for individuals who have been adjudicated Not Guilty byReason ofInsanity (NGRI)and who are subsequently relased by the courts from their commitment to CDHS (Conditional Release) and at times when they are granted extended leave from the hospital into the community, Temporary Physical Removal (Conditional Placement) . Additionally, the work unit provides oversight care coordination, and in select cases treatment interventions, for individuals who have been found NGRI orin competent to proceed and who remain committed to the custody of CDHS, but who have been released by the courts to reside in the community .

Our teams work within various settings including community agencies, jails , courts, and hospitals. The locations can include locked units and secure facilities and our clients may at times be unpredictable due to their mental health needs. Our team is required to make critical decisions in dynamic and fast-paced environments in order to ensure a high level of accountability for patient care . Our staff are required to maintain updated skills, knowledge , abilities, and competencies necessary to the position through continuing education,clinical supervision, literature review, and discipline and team development. This position may be required to travel throughout Colorado to meet the needs of the department.

Description of Job

About this Position:

The Health Professional V (HPV) serves as a supervisor within the department to various other staff and offers internal and external consultation regarding the Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) population, Statute, and FCBS process and procedure. The HPV offers supervision and guidance, ensuring staff are adhering to legal obligations, internal policy and procedure, best practices, and client needs. The position is responsible for personnel action matters including performance reviews, performance plans, corrective actions, and training. They are a primary liaison with internal and external stakeholders to include the mental health hospitals, community providers, courts and attorneys, and client support systems. The HPV maintains a caseload of FCBS clients as determined by workload needs and client acuity and determines the caseload distribution of supervisees in partnership with other team members. As such, this position is responsible for contributing to care coordination and case management needs of clients with a variety of presentations and resources. In doing so, this position must maintain strong knowledge of the Colorado statutes, the identified person’s risk and mitigation factors, community resources, and complex system processes. The HPV is also responsible for ensuring legal obligations are adhered to on behalf of the department, which may include enforcing conditions of community living, reporting to the court, identifying violations, drafting conditions, offering court testimony, partnering with providers to identify psychiatric decompensation, and coordination of any interventions. The overall goal of this work unit and this position is to assist with smooth and safe transitions into the community, support maintenance of stability in the community, support ongoing community treatment engagement, and support client’s interactions with the legal system.

Job Duties:

Care Coordination and Oversight:

+ Responsible for a caseload of FCBS clients as determined by referral demand and acuity, as well as assigning caseloads to supervisees. This begins at the receipt of referrals for community living and the commencement of outreach efforts with the hospital teams to begin establishing rapport and gaining knowledge of individualized needs.

+ Monitors the ongoing psychiatric stability, safety, and support needs for those living in the community under specific agreed upon and/or court ordered conditions

+ Monitors and supports adherence to any agreements and/or court ordered conditions, and communicates timely with necessary parties if there is a change or violation

+ Serves as a primary liaison and consultant with community stakeholders

+ Supports any resource referral needs in partnership with treatment team members, engages client support networks, and offers case management service needs

+ Attends staffings, may participate in home visits, and facilitates administration, collection, and submission of various forensic tests (i.e., urinalysis, hair test, etc.). Utilizes test results in order to inform care needs

+ Contributes to plans of care when appropriate, monitors condition compliance (i.e., housing, employment, medication, treatments, etc.)

+ Monitors ancillary individual needs such as adequate finances, food, clothing, transportation, and property and home searches

+ Partners with treatment teams to facilitate referrals for evaluations and changes in conditions

+ Drafts corresponding documentation and enters regular contact notes in various electronic health record platforms, in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Supervision and Personnel:

+ Responsible for employee supervisory responsibilities within the work unit, which includes a minimum of three (3) FCBS staff

+ Oversees a variety of staff, which may include case managers, specialists, and administrative staff

+ Provides oversight to their associated processes, documentation, and legal submissions in partnership with the director

+ Supervisory duties include but may not be limited to individual supervision, group supervision, training, onboarding, professional development, staff scheduling, position descriptions, recruitment, retention, interviewing and hiring, ensurance of competencies, documentation review, performance reviews, performance plans, corrective actions, consultation, and guidance to ensure all supervisees are functioning within statute, policy, and procedure

+ May participate in various department trainings, contribute to such training, review statute and offer suggestions, and engage in any auditing activities

Documentation:

+ Required to regularly document client contact notes within theinternalelectronic health record system in a timely, thorough, and accurate manner

+ Responsible for legal documentation to be submitted to the courts which includes but is not limited to quarterly reports, annual reports, probable cause memorandum for violations and assist with drafting probable cause affidavits , draft "RequirementsforCommunity Placement", draft conditional release orders, and other FCBS related court communications and/or reports

+ C ompleting all documentation professional writing, attention to detail and relevant information, and an ability to accurately convey information is expected

+ Directly submitting such documentation, this position is responsible for the review/approval of various documents completed by those they supervise prior to submission to the director for approval

Legal and Court Involvement:

+ Serves as a primary point of contact for judges, attorneys, guardians, attorneys general, and others affiliated with the criminal justice system. This involves fielding questions and concerns via email, telephone, meetings, and training. This also includes testimony when so required on behalf of the Forensic Services Division

+ Required to contact law enforcement. When engaging in any such activities, this position is required to maintain professional boundaries, scope of practice associated with the position, and represent the department

Other Duties as Assigned

+ Any other duties that may arise while completing the tasks of this position to meet the needs of the unit and Department and Division.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Experience Only:

Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

Education and Experience:

A combination of related education in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal toeight (8) years.

Preferred Qualifications

+ A Master’s level license in mental health or related field (LSW, LCSW, LPC, etc.)

+ Master’s degree in mental health or related field

+ Experience with supervision

+ Experience in case management, probation/parole, mental health treatment, or similar

Conditions of Employment

+ This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

+ Motor Vehicle Check , if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an on-going capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.

+ Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License or an non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

+ Out-of-State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date.

+ Must transport patients in state vehicles, and travel to various locations statewide for program needs

+ Pre-Employment Physical-TB Test and otehr vaccination required by the State of Colorado

+ Background check:

+ CBI & FBI fingerprint check, Colorado Court Database check, Medicare Fraud Database, TRAILS Database check.

+ This position will also provide direct care to vulnerable adults requiring a CAPS check (as defined by C.R.S. 26-3.1-101, position provides services & support care to at-risk/vulnerable adults including case management, clergy, physical or mental health services, safety or welfare services).

+ Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:

+ Disclose that information on the application.

+ Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.

+ Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

+ Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

+ Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from an eSkills Test.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties

Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board (https://spb.colorado.gov/) website.

+ You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

+ You can find the official appeal form here (https://spb.colorado.gov/sites/spb/files/documents/Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf) .

+ You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

+ By email ([email protected]), or

+ Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or

+ Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or

+ Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

+ At (303) 866-3300, or

+ Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules (https://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules) webpage.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

+ How to apply to the State of Colorado (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKuwGdPpOW0) (Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)

+ The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)

+ For additional recruiting questions, please contact [recruiter’s email]

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:

+ Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

+ Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) and dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) health plans

+ Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

+ Paid life insurance

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)

+ 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

+ State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home)

+ Employee Wellness program

+ Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

+ Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

+ *Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) .

Our Values

+ We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

+ Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

+ We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

+ Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

+ We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

+ Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to [email protected] .

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support)

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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