university of colorado anschutzAurora, CO
Behavioral Health Clinician - Expressive Arts Therapist Open Rank-Instructor, Senior Instructor
$90,000 - $100,000
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Behavioral Health Clinician - Expressive Arts Therapist Open Rank-Instructor, Senior Instructor
university of colorado anschutzAurora, CO
2 days ago
$90,000 - $100,000
Colleges, Universities, and Professional SchoolsOffices of Physicians, Mental Health SpecialistsOutpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers
Apply for this role →University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical CampusSchool of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine
Job Title:
Behavioral Health Clinician - Expressive Arts Therapist Open Rank-Instructor, Senior Instructor Position #: 00850622 Requisition # 40561
Job Summary:
The Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH) seeks a full-time Behavioral Health Clinician with formal training and clinical experience in Expressive and/or Creative Arts Therapy to work within an interdisciplinary, trauma-informed care team. This dual role provides the opportunity to see individuals and groups to provide behavioral health assessment, psychotherapy, education and art therapy for patients with mild to moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI) and co-occurring psychological health conditions.
Examples of Work Performed
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting initial health and behavior assessments for individual patients during the evaluation phase of care
- Communicating results of the assessment to the interdisciplinary team and the patient in a professional and culturally competent manner (military and responder)
- Working independently and within an interdisciplinary team to implement a treatment plan and adjust it according to clinical needs of the patient
- Providing individual education and trauma-informed behavioral health treatment addressing a wide range of behavioral and social aspects of brain health
- Develop and conduct Art Therapy in a group Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) setting with focus on promoting development, self-expression, and mastery
- Develop and conduct individual adjunctive art therapy assessments and/or therapy sessions for patients who would benefit from an art-based approach
- Conducting education for individuals, groups, and family members with a focus on sleep, mood regulation, anxiety reduction strategies, and overall brain health
- Building relationships with patients that foster early communication of risky situations to allow for preventative interventions
- Preparing appropriate documentation in a timely and culturally sensitive manner including evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and charges
- Assist in developing program processes, policies and procedures, and best practices
- Work Location
Onsite:
this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, COWhy Join UsThe Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is dedicated to "helping people be healthier" by educating, nurturing, fostering, and enhancing those in the field of family medicine and the communities we live in and serve. The Department of Family Medicine has five (5) focus areas, each with specific goals:
Patient Care: Provide outstanding Family Medicine to every patient.
Research: Create and disseminate new knowledge.
Training: Train a future integrated, Family Medicine workforce.
Community Engagement: Achieve health equity with community engagement and advocacy.
Our People:
Nurture a thriving, diverse and equitable department culture
The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- 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 campusesECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Qualifications:
- Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical PsychologyColorado professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
- Licensed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or Registered Art Therapist Board Certification (ATR-BC)
- Minimum 2 years of direct clinical experience with trauma-exposed populationsFormal training and supervised clinical experience in Expressive Arts TherapyExperience working within an interdisciplinary care team
Open Rank: Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate's demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.
InstructorMaster's degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical PsychologyColorado professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
Licensed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or Registered Art Therapist Board Certification (ATR-BC)
Minimum 2 years of direct clinical experience with trauma-exposed populationsFormal training and supervised clinical experience in Expressive Arts TherapyExperience working within an interdisciplinary care team
Senior InstructorMaster's degree in Social Work, Counseling or Clinical PsychologyColorado professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
Licensed as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) or Registered Art Therapist Board Certification (ATR-BC)
Minimum 3 years of direct clinical experience with trauma-exposed populationsFormal training and supervised clinical experience in Expressive Arts TherapyExperience working within an interdisciplinary care team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Clinical experience with military Veterans, active-duty service members, or first responders
- Experience working with TBI, PTSD, chronic pain, sleep disturbance, addiction, or suicidality
- Advanced trauma certifications (EMDR, CPT, PE, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy)
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:
- Strong clinical judgment and flexibility when working with complex trauma and neurological conditions
- Ability to integrate verbal and nonverbal therapeutic approaches
- Comfort facilitating expressive arts processes with individuals and groups
- Cultural humility and responsiveness, particularly with military and first responder populations
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work under moderate to high stress while maintaining therapeutic presence
- Strong organizational skills and technological competence
- Screening of Applications Begins
Screening begins on sate of posting and accepted till apply date of 8/7/26 Anticipated Pay RangeThe starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:Clinical InstructorThe hiring range for this position has been established at $90,000 - $100,000.Senior InstructorThe hiring range for this position has been established at $100,000 - $110,000.The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
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.
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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. ADA StatementThe 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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.Background Check StatementThe 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 StatementCU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. 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. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20148 - SOM-FM GENERAL OPERATIONS
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jul 17, 2026 Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: Lydia Lyon Posting Contact Email: Lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.eduPosition Number: 00850622
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