Open Rank OCD IOP Therapist - Instructor, Sr. Instructor

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Department of Psychiatry Job Title: Open Rank
OCD IOP Therapist - Instructor, Sr. Instructor Position #:
00854022 – Requisition #:41484

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Colorado School
of Medicine has an opening for a full (1.0 FTE) faculty position in
the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Program. This position and
will provide direct patient services in the Intensive Outpatient
Program (IOP) as well as the Outpatient Clinic.

The Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) therapist at the University
of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
(OCD) Program will join a team of mental health providers treating
community members with OCD requiring a higher level of care. The
primary responsibilities of this clinician are to run groups in the
IOP program (focusing on psychoeducation, skills development, and
experiential), provide brief as-needed check-in appointments of 30
minutes or less, and complete exposures with IOP patients. A
once-a-month group will be provided to support systems of
individuals participating in the IOP program. In addition, the IOP
therapist will be expected to hold a small caseload of patients at
an outpatient level of care who have stepped down from IOP.

The OCD program team members include psychiatrists, psychologists,
and social workers. The team utilizes an Exposure and Response
Prevention (ERP) modality for individuals presenting with OCD. The
IOP Therapist must be willing to learn and implement an ERP
approach, if not already trained in ERP. The IOP will run Monday,
Tuesday, and Thursday from 8:30-11:30am. This clinician will also
be expected to join and participate in team meetings prior to the
start of the IOP day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides multiculturally sensitive behavior health assessment,

triage, case management, and individual and group
psychotherapy.

• Collaborate with other mental health faculty and staff in the

provision of mental health and wellness care.

• Manage details of insurance including authorization and peer to

peer reviews for denials.

• Chart patient visits using an electronic medical record.
• Assist in discharge planning, including identifying community

placement.

• Develop programmatic benchmarks and outcomes of

effectiveness.

• Participate in quality and performance assessment

projects.

• Participate in the development of and administration of group

programs including skills development, ERP, experiential
activities, and mindfulness.

• Participate in other programs and service development.

· Other duties as assigned

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per
week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the
UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of
Psychiatry sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders
in psychiatry and mental health care, conducts ground-breaking
Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and
substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art
mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of
care, and collaborates with the community and other key
stakeholders to promote well-being among all Coloradans. We
accomplish this vision in a manner that respects, values and
advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and
family.

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 (based on percentage of

time)

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/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
Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and
qualifications as indicated below:

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected
candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that
corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty
tracks at the
Office for Faculty Affairs .

Open Rank: 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. Learn more about faculty tracks at the

Office for Faculty Affairs .

Instructor:

● 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.

● Minimum degree qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work
or Counseling

● LCSW

Senior Instructor:

● 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent
experience.

● Minimum degree qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work
or Counseling

● LCSW

Preferred Qualifications:

● LCSW, LPC or LMFT with active CO license

● Experience in program development and wellness

● Must have experience using Electronic Health Record and Patient
Health Information management systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

● Professional and personal qualities to work effectively with
faculty, administrators, and patients.

● Must be willing to learn and implement treatment modalities
relevant to OCD

● Knowledge of OCD comorbid mental health issues

● Demonstration of flexibility and problem-solving

● Knowledge of evidence-based treatments including: ERP, Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Remediation Therapy
(CRT), and Habit Reversal Training (HRT)

● Strong clinical judgement & leadership skills

● Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills

● Must be knowledgeable OCD and comorbid mental health disorders
including anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, and eating
disorders.

● Must have skills in risk assessment, including suicide and
violence risk assessment.

● Must be comfortable with case management and coordination of
care.

● Must be comfortable with a combination of individual and group
therapy, as well as working with families.

● Must be efficient with time management with the ability to see
many patients in a row if needed or to use time constructively for
administrative or other work.

● Must develop knowledge about step-down processes and network with
community providers.

● Must be able to work closely and collaboratively with the OCD
program.

● Must be able to work cooperatively with all constituencies in the
Department of Psychiatry including Departmental Chair, Program
Directors, and administrative staff.

● Outstanding customer service skills.

Conditions of Employment:

● Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United
States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work
visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now
or in the future.

How to Apply:

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. Five professional references including name, address, phone
number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best
consideration, apply by 11/22/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this
position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $ 72,000 to $80,000

Sr. Instructor: $ 72,000 to $80,000

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 is not
eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws
governing nondiscrimination 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
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Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 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:

CU Anschutz 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 .