Job Description

 

Expand your career opportunities at Lamar Community College by working alongside diverse colleagues who value integrity, professionalism, and each other while inspiring academic excellence. If you desire to make a difference and enrich the lives of others through learning, LCC is a place for you. We will support your personal and career goals and help you succeed as part of our team! Lamar Community College has an exciting opportunity for you to be our next Behavioral Health Case Manager. We are looking for a dynamic, passionate, dedicated individual who will lead and implement LCC’s strategic plan.

 POSITION SUMMARY:    We are seeking an energetic, highly organized, dynamic professional to join our LCC team.  Our institution provides the highest quality education and service excellence in an environment of care, support, mutual respect, and integrity. The Behavioral Health Case manager will support within the Behavioral Health Pathways grant in the development, provision, and promotion of all Mental Health micro credentialling and applied degrees as well as support mental health services at Lamar Community College. The Manager will serve as the organizational resource manager for the Pathways Behavioral Grant for the Mental Health Faculty and Clinical positions at Lamar Community College, to ensure the mission, vision, and treatment philosophy are consistently implemented in all support service programs. The Manager will also manage communications between LCC and workforce stakeholders daily while displaying strong business acumen and empathy for students.

As an employee of the Colorado Community College System, this position is required to uphold and enforce the policies of LCC and CCCS, and all local, state and federal laws. This position will comply with all student privacy laws (FERPA); and is a mandatory reporter of any suspected illegal activity. 

 

Examples of Duties

 

 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and advocate knowledge of the Behavioral Health Micro-credentials along with the Associates of Applied Science in Mental Health/Addiction degree to share with prospective students and to connect with community stakeholders within the LCC regional area.
• Coordinate communications between mental health faculty and community stakeholders in consultation and conjunction with workforce development, concurrent enrollment, and other recruitment efforts
• Facilitate logistical planning for mental health activities to nominally include meetings with workforce development stakeholders.
• Oversee application of grant funding for various academic endeavors to include classes, workshops, training events, and seminars as allocated in the SB22-181.
• Prioritize outreach and recruitment activities in conjunction with colleagues with nontraditional community stake holders (assisted living, probation/parole, court system, education, first responders, social services) to emphasize new behavioral health stackable micro- credentialling to current and prospective employees.
• Coordinate reporting and other documentation required by SB22-181 for timely submission to CCCS office.

• Collaborate with on-campus service providers, educating and training the TSC community about health promotion and well-being, including serving as the primary contact for orienting new students to offerings related to mental health and well-being, as well as academic, financial, accessibility, security, and career related services.

• Adhere to HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.

• With supervisory support, develop, coordinate, facilitate, and assess educational workshops and presentations for students, faculty, staff, and administrators.

• Coordinate college-wide programs campaigns and initiatives in partnership with colleagues, community partners, and the State of Colorado, such as well-being fairs, the National Collegiate Health Assessment, CDHE’s Healthy Minds and Hunger Free Campus designations, Spark the Change Mental Wellness Program, and others.

• Develop with Mental Health Faculty and Clinician to coordinate workshops or panel discussions on a variety of topics including mental health, self-care and developing coping, and resilience skills.

• Provide programming which emphasizes open-minded ideals and does not discriminate based on individual lifestyle choice around sexual and romantic relationship structure, contraceptive device use, or identity components and the identity exploration process; demonstrate a commitment to respecting and honoring diverse ideas, backgrounds, lifestyles, identities, and choices.

• Increase resource awareness, activity participation, and event attendance through in-person and electronic outreach; design and appropriately disseminate promotional materials (printed and electronic) in accordance with LCC posting requirements and in coordination with supervisor direction.

• Assist in the development, implementation, and analysis of periodic, de-identified student wellness surveys which: 1. Provide baseline and follow-up wellness data. 2. Identify program needs and priorities. 3. Collect information on the effectiveness of programs and services. 4. Track trends in student wellness status and behavior.

• Maintain record keeping, documents, reports, and routine correspondences in a timely manner with a rigorous commitment to discretion and confidentiality.

• Register with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA); abide by regulations and maintain registration status as required by respective fields, if applicable.

• Prioritize professional development in respective fields by working toward educational and relevant training advancements: Bachelor of arts/science in related field, Certified Addiction Technician/Specialist certification, Mental Health First Aid Adult Instructor training, among others.

• Engage in, and collaborate with, campus-wide committees devoted to student wellness. • Build relationships with community partners, parents, guidance counselors/advisors, and other external constituents.

• Promote and adhere to the Mission & Vision of the College.

• Maintain and develop relationships with faculty and staff of the College.

• Represent the College at internal and external functions as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

 

Required Qualifications

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an associate degree in psychology, social work, education, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Driver License.
• 1-3 years’ experience in any combination of the following: 1. Clinical Psychology or related field 2. School Psychology or related field 3. Counseling Psychology or related field 4. Cognitive/Behavioral Psychology or related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess diplomacy, tact, and a commitment to strict discretion with confidential student information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with community stakeholders, students, parents, and families; and to collaborate effectively with campus partners.
• Possess strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and experience with promoting inclusivity required.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Strong public speaking skills.
• Self-starter who is comfortable working with diverse populations.
• Must be outgoing and willing to interact with workforce stakeholders as well as prospective students in a variety of settings

 

Supplemental Information

 

 Work Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 – 12:00/ 1:00 – 5:00.  Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 – 12:00.

Deadline to Submit Application Material:  Preferred start date is January 2, 2024. This position will remain posted until the position is filled.  

Application Process: All applications must be submitted online. Please note that ALL items must be received for your application to be considered. Complete applications will include: a cover letter, current resume, three professional references (including at least one recent supervisor and one recent co-worker), and transcript copies.  Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu upon offer of employment. 

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at 719-336-1572 or  Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu.  

By submitting an application for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with Lamar Community College; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

 Notice to all Applicants:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
• LCC participates in E-Verify.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
• Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
• LCC is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.
• Former employees of the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.

 About LCC: We enrich lives through learning. Located on the golden plains of southeastern Colorado, Lamar Community College, a federally-designated Hispanic-Serving institution, is focused on the educational needs of Prowers, Baca, Kiowa, and Cheyenne Counties. Yet its unique programs, NJCAA/NIRA athletics, small class sizes, dedicated staff, innovative spirit, and idyllic setting also make it a destination college for students of all ages from across Colorado, the nation, and the world. LCC is one of thirteen colleges in the Colorado Community College System (CCCS). 

 LCC Vision: “Lamar Community College provides the highest quality education and service excellence in an environment of care, support, mutual respect, and integrity.”

LCC Core Values:  Respect, integrity, open communication, and valuing people.

 The Federal Clery Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the LCC website at the Campus Safety Page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Lamar Community College, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

 ADAAA Accommodations: Lamar Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

 Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Tara Silvey at 719-336-1572 orTara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu  at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

 Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at 719-336-1572 or Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu.

 Non-Discrimination Statement: The State of Colorado and Lamar Community College believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado and Lamar Community College is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, 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 military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 503 & 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, VEVRAA, Age Discrimination Act, and Title II of the ADA. Inquiries may be directed to: Human Resources Director, Lamar Community College, 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO  81052, or 719-336-1572 or Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu

 For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Coordinator, Tara Silvey, Director of Human Resources at Lamar Community College, 2401 S. Main Street, Lamar, CO  81052, or 719-336-1572 or Tara.Silvey@lamarcc.edu.

 

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