Clinical Manager, Denver CARES

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Clinical Manager, Denver CARES 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
Denver CARES - Detox

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision is responsible for administration, leadership, and oversight of the Department of Behavioral Health Social Work Services to include: Mobile Crisis Services, Behavioral Health Services Inpatient Units, Psychiatric Emergency Services and other community based workgroups as assigned. Participates actively in relevant Department of BHS work groups and meetings. Collaborates with Department of BHS leadership to coordinate effective social work service delivery. Responsible for the completion of hiring, training, onboarding and supervision of all assigned positions either directly or indirectly. Responsible for assigned contracts and budgets.

Essential Functions :

- Provides BHS social worker administrative support, leadership, and expertise in developing, implementing and interpreting policies, procedures and programs within the Department of Behavioral Health and for assigned workgroups. (10%)

- Routinely communicates with BHS leadership regarding staff, service activities, and problems needing departmental attention. (10%)

- Manages partnerships with internal and external entities (MHCD, City of Denver, OBHS) related to assigned social work teams. Attends departmental, interdepartmental and external / community meetings as required and as appropriate. Delegates authority as appropriate. (10%)

- Maintains budget oversight and fiscal sustainability through appropriate resource allocation within the parameters of assigned contracts, grants or operational budgets. Ongoing review of budgets with appropriate course corrections. Payroll and or time and effort reporting. Reporting as required by the contract, grant or department. (10%)

- Recruits, selects, and hires assigned social work positions. Oversees direct or indirect clinical supervision of assigned team members. Oversees onboarding, training and continuing education of team members assigned. (10%)

- Plans, schedules, coordinates and assigns work to assure service provision, including coverage. Monitors caseloads and recommend adjustments, as needed. Assures departmental standards for productivity are met. (5%)

- Coordinates, evaluates, and verifies subordinate employees work product and professional behavior, providing recognition, coaching, or correction as applicable. Assures completion of semi-annual and or annual performance evaluations as per policy. Provides employment and clinical supervision, directly or indirectly to subordinate employees. (5%)

- Provides care to individuals and families within scope of practice for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. (5%)

- Promotes positive interpersonal (customer) relationships with fellow employees, physicians, patients and visitors. Treats these individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy and respect; consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications. (5%)

- Adheres to, complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver Health. Supports and adheres to the Denver Health Dozen. (5%)

- Sets clear expectations for staff by developing job specific customer service expectations and behaviors for each position supervised; clearly communicates expectations to each employee and establishes the expectations as job requirements and performance appraisal components; delegates responsibility/authority whenever possible. . (5%)

- Identifies training and staff development needs of employees and ensures appropriate training provided. (5%)

- Initiates formal/informal activities with employees to develop departmental cohesion and collegiality. (5%)

- Recognizes positive behavior and contributions to the organization using praise, appreciation and rewards. (5%)

- Actively identifies problems and opportunities for improvement; identifies appropriate solution and involves others in the implementation process. (5%)

Education :

- Master's Degree Required

Work Experience :

- 4-6 years post master’s degree in direct clinical care in an organized setting preferred. and

- 1-3 years in a management or supervisory role responsible for personnel, budget, programs and employee management preferred.

Licenses :

- LCSW-Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW State Licensing Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

- Knowledge of the principles of Clinical Social Work and the population served.

- Knowledge of leadership and supervisory principles, and skilled in applying knowledge independently in daily work.

- Knowledge of the applicable regulatory statutes and requirements.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to participate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

- Proficiency with software applications, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Proficiency in operating Electronic Medical Records, including EPIC preferred.

Shift
Days (United States of America)

Work Type
Regular

Salary
$94,100.00 - $145,900.00 / yr

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:

- 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 healthcare 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 healthcare 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.