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Spur Clinician Full Time Position

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references directly to this posting. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

*Emailed applications will not be accepted.

Posting Details

Posting Detail Information

Working Title Spur Clinician Full Time Position
Position Location Family Resilience Center at CSU Spur.
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202400679AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Research Associate II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $65,000-70,000
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Desired Start Date 06/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 06/07/2024
Description of Work Unit
The Department of Human Development and Family Studies: This department is one of eight academic programs in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Colorado State University is Colorado’s land grant institution and holds the Doctoral/Research University – Extensive classification from the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. Affiliated with CSU’s Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Program and the Center for Family and Couple Therapy (CFCT) in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies, the newly formed Child Trauma and Resilience Assessment Center (CTRAC) serves as a local, state, and regional child trauma assessment center.

CSU Spur: The CSU System, along with its partners, is standing up three buildings focused on water, food and agriculture, animal health, and sustainability at the CSU Spur campus at the National Western Center. Within the Spur buildings, CSU will conduct research and convene experts from around the globe; students of all ages will engage with science and technology, and have opportunities for exploratory learning, transforming their thinking about food, water, and health and the careers available in these fields. Partners will participate in programming the space and bring evolving content to the year-round campus. The first Spur facility, Vida, opened in January of 2022. Terra, focused on food and agriculture opened in June of 2022, and the final building, Hydro, focused on water, will open in January of 2023. Learn more at www.CSUSpur.org.
Position Summary
Based in Denver at the Family Resilience Center (FRC), this position will be trained in and responsible for implementing an evidence-informed trauma and resilience assessment model, building relationships and community partnerships, and offering training opportunities for human services professionals, clinicians, and graduate students looking to learn more about trauma and resilience. As an extension of the CSU Trauma and Resilience Assessment Center (CTRAC) in Fort Collins, this position will collaborate and work closely with senior clinicians and center directors during their first year. This position also offers professional development opportunities such as further clinical training in trauma-informed practice, workshops, collaborations with national groups, and consultations with community partners (such as the Department of Human Services). Furthermore, hours accrued through supervision (AAMFT approved) and assessment may count toward licensure requirements (please check the requirements outlined by your field of practice).
Required Job Qualifications
  • Must have a Master’s in Human Development and Family Studies, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related field, and be working toward full licensure.
  • Ability to pass FBI/CBI and Verified Volunteers background checks.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Licensed in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills required in both English and Spanish.
  • Knowledge of and background in trauma-informed care.
  • Clinical experience working with children.
  • Experience conducting trauma assessments.
  • Approved Supervisor or Supervisor Candidate in American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT).
  • Experience working on teams.
  • Possess a working knowledge of systems theories.
Diversity Statement
Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.
Essential Duties

Job Duty Category Clinical Research Support
Duty/Responsibility
  • Conduct trauma assessments using CTRAC’s trauma and resilience assessment model.
  • Participate in case planning and review meetings
  • Prepare and participate in legal testimony if requested.
  • Assist in assessment processes and report writing for fellow clinicians.
  • Facilitate training and provide consultations pertaining to trauma-informed practice.
  • Attend training in trauma and resilience assessment and trauma-informed treatment.
  • Participate in training and onboarding (which may include travel to Fort Collins when needed).
  • Playing an active role in leading a state-wide implementation of trauma and resilience assessments.
Percentage Of Time 60
Job Duty Category Clinical Supervision
Duty/Responsibility
  • Training and supervising students and other clinicians.

Percentage Of Time 10
Job Duty Category Business and operations
Duty/Responsibility
  • Collaborate with CTRAC Directors and other FRC staff to further establish the FRC at CSU Spur.
  • Collaborate with CTRAC case manager and billing specialist.
  • Develop relationships with community partners in the Denver metro area with the goal of securing contracts for assessment, consultation, and/or training services. 
  • Partners include but are not limited to local department of human services, schools, community health clinics, juvenile detention centers, congregate care settings, and medical providers.
  • Collaborate with current clinicians to implement a marketing strategy for promoting the FRC in Denver and surrounding areas.
Percentage Of Time 30
Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references directly to this posting. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

*Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - Must be willing to work at both CTRAC locations (Fort Collins/CSU and Denver/Spur Campus).
Search Contact Stephanie Seng, stephanie.seng@colostate.edu
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents