Consult with pediatric medical teams at CHCO to address
behavioral health and environmental factors that impact child
well-being including adherence to medical recommendations,
adjustment to medical diagnosis and treatment, mental health
concerns, behavioral difficulties, developmental considerations,
and family factors.
Collaborate with medical teams, allied health professionals,
and resource partners including social work, family navigators, and
community health professionals to deliver comprehensive, team-based
care.
Use evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches for
children and adolescents presenting with a wide range of medical,
behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
Contribute to the DOP teaching and scholarship in ways
consistent with the expectations of CU faculty, advancing the
standing of the Department
Engage in service to the department, hospital, and
local/regional/national organizations
Maintain eligibility for CU faculty appointment
This description is a summary only and describes the general level
of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive.
The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or
based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete
duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor
and/or hiring authority.
Supervision Received
This position reports to the Clinical Director of Day
Programs.
Supervision Exercised
This position will not supervise other employees.
Work Location
The MDT program is an in-person program serving patients five days
per week. MDT and an OP clinic location are located on the Anschutz
Medical Campus in Aurora.
Why Join Us:
The CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination
at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education,
and patient care. The campus encompasses the CU health professional
schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally
ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth and CHCO - that treat more
than two million adult and pediatric patients each year.
Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the CU
Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient
care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research
fueled by over $757 million in research grants. For more
information, visit
www.cuanschutz.edu .
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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 campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the
CU Advantage .
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as an
Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate
Professor, or Professor based on experience and qualifications as
indicated below:
Instructor:
- 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado
Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state
of Colorado. Applicants must have completed an APA-approved
doctoral training program, including an APA-approved
internship.
Senior Instructor:
- 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado
Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state
of Colorado. Applicants must have completed an APA-approved
doctoral training program, including an APA-approved
internship.
Assistant Professor:
- 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado
Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state
of Colorado. Applicants must have completed an APA-approved
doctoral training program, including an APA-approved
internship.
Associate Professor:
- 4-7 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado
Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state
of Colorado. Applicants must have completed an APA-approved
doctoral training program, including an APA-approved
internship.
Professor:
- 7+ years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.
- At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado
Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state
of Colorado. Applicants must have completed an APA-approved
doctoral training program, including an APA-approved
internship.
Track:
Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected
candidates at the Assistant Professor level or higher will be
offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their
area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the
Offices for the Faculty Experience .
Ranks of Instructor and Senior Instructor will be on the TTE track
and given an opportunity to switch tracks, if needed, at a later
time.
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.
Preferred Qualifications (applicable for all ranks):
- Experience working with youth with chronic medical health needs
and their families
- Experience working collaboratively with medical providers,
community organizations, and schools, to support youth with medical
and mental health needs
- Demonstrated skills using evidence-based treatment models
including but not limited motivational interviewing, consultation
models, and flexible application of behavioral and developmental
interventions to address medical and mental health concerns
- Ability to deliver services in Spanish is strongly
preferred
- Experience working in an academic medical center
- Experience working in an APA-accredited psychology training
program
- Preference will be given to those who are eager to engage in
all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching,
scholarship, and service)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Clinical skill in conducting brief and targeted assessments and
consultations in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting
- Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team and
with colleagues, medical specialists, and trainees across a wide
array of clinical settings
- Capacity for flexibility and adaptability when delivering
patient care in a unique, multidisciplinary setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical
information sharing, training and supervision, and
presentations/education to community audiences
- Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a
well-organized work environment
- Experience supervising, teaching, and training psychology
trainees as well as other learners (e.g., medical students, nursing
students)
- Experience working with diverse pediatric populations
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job
requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current CV
3. List of three to five professional references (we will notify
you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner at
brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
www.cu.edu/cu-careers .
Screening of Applications Begins:
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by
September 11
th, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (
or hiring range ) for this
position has been established as
HIRING RANGE:
Instructor, Senior Instructor: $105,000 to $120,000
Assistant Professor: $110,000 to $135,000
Associate Professor: $140,000 to $175,000
Professor: $180,000 to $240,000
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.
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:
http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Benefits:
https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity
Statement:
The University 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 Statement:
The 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 Statement:
The University 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 Statement:
The University 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 .
