Hiring: Mental Health Clinician I - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (Denver). Company: State of Colorado Location: Denver, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:31:54 Employment Type: Full-time / Remote About the job Experience: •A combination of related education in psychology, sociology, human services or biology with experience equal to Special Qualifications •Due to the juvenile population served at the MHI facilities, incumbents of this position must be at least 21 years of age Required Skills: •Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications. •If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question. •Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing). •You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website. •You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review. •You can find the official appeal form here . •By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action. •Contact The State Personnel Board For Assistance Qualifications: •Three (3) years of relevant experience in customer service or in a hospital or mental health setting •1+ years of Knowledge and Experience as a Mental Health Care Clinician I at the State of Colorado Mental Health Institute. •1+ years of professional inpatient mental health-care experience in a psychiatric locked/secure setting, working with patients who may become verbally or physically abusive. •Knowledge and experience with Trauma Informed Care and Recovery Principles and practices •Outpatient mental health experience running groups, case management, etc., and College or university education in nursing, psychology, sociology, human services, or education. •Full Background check and reference check required •Shift Work – may work days, evenings, or nights •Essential Services Designation – Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License must be at least 21 years of age or older may be exposed to bodily fluids or caustic chemicals •Disclose that information on the application. •Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!