Clinic Team Lead

Clinic Team Lead

The Clinic Team Lead is responsible for managing various aspects of patient treatment and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) at the clinic as well as perform direct service provision such as individual and group therapy, treatment planning and abstinence monitoring as necessary. This position will serve as the Clinic Manager's designee when they are absent or unavailable. The Clinic Team Lead will coordinate and participate in meetings with clinic team members and ARTS internal staff, as well as representatives from community agencies, hospitals/medical facilities, drug courts, human service departments, criminal justice programs and/or other referral sources. This position will require constantly analyzing developments and situations both inside and outside of the clinic to make strategic recommendations to the Clinic Manager, AOP Director, and/or the AOP Program Directors. The Clinic Team Lead will provide professional, clinical and/or administrative support for the clinic as needed, or as directed by the Clinic Manager. This position will also support the clinic's efforts around quality assurance and standards compliance for its operations, including but not limited to licensures, certifications, patient treatment services, and other administrative requirements. This position will help plan and implement various professional development and training activities for clinic staff and assist in tracking and reporting staff compliance and completion of required trainings in all facets of work.

Assists in managing the day-to-day operations of the clinic to ensure the clinic's smooth daily operations. Acts as the designee to Clinic Manager in the absence of the Clinic Manager for clinical and/or administrative matters, and monitors caseload progress. Conducts quality assurance and continuous quality improvement practices and performs case audits quarterly and as assigned by Clinic Manager. Provide supervision and case staffing as required including supervision of staff involved in special programming such Drug Court and DUI services. Attends clinic team meetings and case conferences and proactively shares input regarding clinic's various patient treatment and relevant policies. Develops and implements the intake schedule and acts as an internal liaison for intake coordination for Parkside Clinic. Co-supervise ARTS employees who provide services to clients involved with the Department of Corrections, such as problem-solving court or probation.

Work Location: Onsite – this role will be assigned to a home clinic within Denver, Aurora, or Arvada Colorado.

Addiction Research and Treatment Services (ARTS) is the clinical program of the Division of Substance Dependence, Department of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado, School of Medicine. ARTS has provided outpatient and residential empirically supported substance abuse treatment services in Colorado for over 53 years, with an emphasis on psychosocial and pharmacological treatments for adults and adolescents. It is the mission of ARTS to improve the quality of life and productivity of individuals and families affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders through the application of scientifically supported prevention, education, and treatment services. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

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: 15/year Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or another closely related field from an accredited university or institution of higher education. A combination of education and related technical/military/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year for year basis. Three (3) years of professional level experience in Mental Health, Behavioral Health, case management, research of Mental Health, Behavioral Health, or closely related field. Possess a valid registration in good standing with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS), Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate (LPC-C), Social Worker Candidate (SW-C), Licensed Addiction Counselor Candidate (LAC-C), or Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate (MFT-C). Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, human services, or another closely related field from an accredited institution. Possess a valid license in good standing with Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Four (4) or more years of professional experience in the field of behavioral health, such as mental health or substance use disorder treatment. One (1) or more years of experience at a supervisory level, staff/team lead, and/or supervising other staff. Experience providing or supervising substance use disorder services for special populations such as gender responsive, criminal justice, communicable diseases including HIV, medically compromised, and/or dual diagnosis patients. Experience working with Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). Experience with evidence-based practices and interventions. Experience as a project director or a project lead. Experience working on a multi-disciplinary team.

Outstanding oral communications and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Strong leadership skills. Excellent writing and editing skills. Ability to use independent judgment. Ability to engage clients that have substance use issues or have criminal justice involvement. Ability to comply with established rules, policies and procedures and meet deadlines. Ability to be nonjudgmental and respectful of others' beliefs, values, and culture. Ability to exercise discretion (e.g., patient confidentiality). Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced clinic and office environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to learn additional software programs swiftly and accurately. Experience using an Electronic Health Record system.

Must agree to undertake and successfully pass a fingerprint check. Must agree to undertake and successfully pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. Must agree to undertake and successfully pass professional references check.

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. 4. Copy of valid DORA license.

Questions should be directed to: Shingo Ishida, View email address on click.appcast.io Screening of Applications Begins: Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by May 30th, 2026. Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $81,524 – $109,242. 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 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