Behavioral Health QA Specialist (Social Work/Counselor IV), Division of Youth Se
State of Colorado, Denver, CO, United States
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below.
About the Division of Youth Services
The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non‑residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre‑adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non‑residential service providers throughout the State. For pre‑adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State‑funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.
Summary of Work Unit
The work unit exists to ensure secure state‑operated youth centers, private residential contract programs and regional offices serving juveniles in the custody of DYS are in compliance with Colorado Revised Statute, CDHS policy, DYS policies, youth center procedures and operational standards. Contracts with private residential programs stipulate that the program must comply with appropriate DYS policies, standards, and procedures, and this work unit ensures these programs are in compliance.
Summary of the Position
The Behavioral Health QA Specialist will serve as the individual contributor and technical subject matter expert in the DYS behavioral health program delivery service model that is critical for agency operation. This position supports behavioral health leadership through evaluation of compliance standards in the following areas: clinical oversight, quality assurance of services, onsite clinical support, and guidance for positions that provide behavioral health and clinical evaluations to both the detained and committed juvenile populations within the Department of Human Services, Division of Youth Services.
Serving as the behavioral health compliance officer, the Behavioral Health QA Specialist will also provide oversight, monitoring, auditing and review for state‑operated youth centers, private residential contract programs and regional offices to ensure compliance with policies, health and safety standards and contractual obligations. This includes, but is not limited to, standards related to quality and rigor of services provided and client safety. This position assures the corrections of any deficiencies found, addresses training needs and offers technical support ensuring all employees, facilities and offices are in compliance with DYS policies and standard expectations. This position is also a participating team member related to the general program services committee.
Job Duties
Serve as the main compliance officer to ensure accountability, quality standard review and monitoring to safeguard that DYS is adhering to all standards and policies and that DYS youth are receiving the best possible services.
Deliver clinical expertise and feedback to behavioral health team members regarding the quality and merit of mental health evaluations, treatment plans, and SPM evaluations.
Consult with DYS leadership in problem‑solving areas affecting behavioral health treatment and evaluation services, including strategizing, planning and implementing state‑of‑the‑art, evidence‑based behavioral health ongoing assessment and treatment practices.
Provide oversight for compliance factors in conforming to programming services expectations in state‑operated youth centers, private residential contract programs and regional offices.
Evaluate, monitor, and offer technical assistance for adherence to behavioral health compliance review standards, including assessment, behavioral health, and individualized interventions.
Coordinate and implement training programs for designated staff to progress in adhering to standards.
Provide reports to CDHS leadership in response to requests for DYS adherence to compliance review standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Current, valid Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).
Two (2) years of experience with current, valid licensure from a state participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact based on the work assigned to the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Relatable experience as a current or previous State of Colorado employee.
Experience in the quality review and continuous quality management processes related to behavioral health care for youth in a residential or secure setting.
Experience with compliance reviews and monitoring to standards, including accreditation standards in health care.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum age of 21 years with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence.
Full background check and reference check required.
Position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application, and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment.
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required.
Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License.
Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of DYS Pre‑service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO), and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
For supervisory positions, licensure must meet the legal requirements to perform supervisory responsibilities.
Travel to assigned trainings and/or alternate work sites.
Applicants will undergo the Diana Screen sexual risk screening tool, a requirement for all positions of trust with children and teens.
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. We encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities in all phases of the employment process. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and are devoted to serving them. 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 veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies at the locations below.
About the Division of Youth Services
The Division of Youth Services (DYS) provides a continuum of residential and non‑residential services that encompass juvenile detention, commitment, and parole. DYS is the agency statutorily mandated to provide for the care and supervision of youth committed by the District Court to the custody of the Colorado Department of Human Services. The Division operates fifteen secure facilities that serve youth between the ages of 10 and 21, who are pre‑adjudicated, sentenced, or committed. The Division also contracts with numerous private residential and non‑residential service providers throughout the State. For pre‑adjudicated youth, the Division is also responsible for the management and oversight of the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum, a State‑funded, locally administered program that provides services to youth at risk of further progressing into the juvenile justice system. In addition to residential programming, the Division administers juvenile parole services throughout the State.
Summary of Work Unit
The work unit exists to ensure secure state‑operated youth centers, private residential contract programs and regional offices serving juveniles in the custody of DYS are in compliance with Colorado Revised Statute, CDHS policy, DYS policies, youth center procedures and operational standards. Contracts with private residential programs stipulate that the program must comply with appropriate DYS policies, standards, and procedures, and this work unit ensures these programs are in compliance.
Summary of the Position
The Behavioral Health QA Specialist will serve as the individual contributor and technical subject matter expert in the DYS behavioral health program delivery service model that is critical for agency operation. This position supports behavioral health leadership through evaluation of compliance standards in the following areas: clinical oversight, quality assurance of services, onsite clinical support, and guidance for positions that provide behavioral health and clinical evaluations to both the detained and committed juvenile populations within the Department of Human Services, Division of Youth Services.
Serving as the behavioral health compliance officer, the Behavioral Health QA Specialist will also provide oversight, monitoring, auditing and review for state‑operated youth centers, private residential contract programs and regional offices to ensure compliance with policies, health and safety standards and contractual obligations. This includes, but is not limited to, standards related to quality and rigor of services provided and client safety. This position assures the corrections of any deficiencies found, addresses training needs and offers technical support ensuring all employees, facilities and offices are in compliance with DYS policies and standard expectations. This position is also a participating team member related to the general program services committee.
Job Duties
Serve as the main compliance officer to ensure accountability, quality standard review and monitoring to safeguard that DYS is adhering to all standards and policies and that DYS youth are receiving the best possible services.
Deliver clinical expertise and feedback to behavioral health team members regarding the quality and merit of mental health evaluations, treatment plans, and SPM evaluations.
Consult with DYS leadership in problem‑solving areas affecting behavioral health treatment and evaluation services, including strategizing, planning and implementing state‑of‑the‑art, evidence‑based behavioral health ongoing assessment and treatment practices.
Provide oversight for compliance factors in conforming to programming services expectations in state‑operated youth centers, private residential contract programs and regional offices.
Evaluate, monitor, and offer technical assistance for adherence to behavioral health compliance review standards, including assessment, behavioral health, and individualized interventions.
Coordinate and implement training programs for designated staff to progress in adhering to standards.
Provide reports to CDHS leadership in response to requests for DYS adherence to compliance review standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Current, valid Colorado or State participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC).
Two (2) years of experience with current, valid licensure from a state participating in the Social Work Licensure Compact based on the work assigned to the position.
Preferred Qualifications
Relatable experience as a current or previous State of Colorado employee.
Experience in the quality review and continuous quality management processes related to behavioral health care for youth in a residential or secure setting.
Experience with compliance reviews and monitoring to standards, including accreditation standards in health care.
Conditions of Employment
Minimum age of 21 years with no felony convictions or history of domestic violence.
Full background check and reference check required.
Position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application, and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment.
Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required.
Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License.
Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of DYS Pre‑service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO), and mandatory annual training in all subject areas.
For supervisory positions, licensure must meet the legal requirements to perform supervisory responsibilities.
Travel to assigned trainings and/or alternate work sites.
Applicants will undergo the Diana Screen sexual risk screening tool, a requirement for all positions of trust with children and teens.
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. We encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities in all phases of the employment process. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and are devoted to serving them. 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 veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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