Behavioral Site Director; Health Professional V): Grand Junction Regional Center; WESTERN SLOPE

Eligibility

This position will accept applications from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete. If appointed to the position, applicants from outside Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado before their start date, at their own expense.

Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) is one of three Regional Centers in Colorado that serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who have intensive needs. GJRC, which dates back to 1919, operates ICF/IDD homes and HCBS Waiver homes throughout the community. The center serves a diverse population, from individuals with high abilities who are high risk to themselves or others to people with significant medical challenges.

Programs are individualized to meet varying needs. Services range from residential services and health services to mental health intervention, including day program, vocational and specialized habilitation, speech, occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation and nutritional services.

The Behavioral Site Director leads, coordinates, and manages the operations of a multi-disciplinary psychiatric treatment team, ensuring high-quality care, compliance with state and federal regulations, and efficient use of resources. The role provides direct supervision to staff, develops clinical programs, manages budgets, and serves as an administrative representative during emergencies.

• Provide formal supervision to staff, including hiring, training, evaluations, disciplinary actions, and resolving grievances.
• Direct staff resources to ensure effective delivery of psychological and therapeutic services.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, compliance, and adherence to regulations and policies.
• Develop, implement, and oversee clinical treatment programs consistent with standards of care.
• Ensure patients receive comprehensive, well-balanced treatment across multiple therapeutic approaches.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and outside agencies to support patient recovery and continuity of care.
• Participate in agency-wide policy development and strategic planning.
• Manage departmental budget, monitor expenditures, and make purchasing decisions within fiscal rules.
• Act as Approving Official for purchasing processes and ensure audit compliance.
• Serve in an on‑call capacity to respond to emergencies, conduct safety assessments, and support crisis or after‑hours needs.
• Coordinate crisis response with external agencies (law enforcement, mental health centers) when needed.
• Model professional communication, create a culture of continuous improvement, and ensure stewardship of public resources.

This is a hybrid position. Minimum four days in the office and a maximum of one day of remote work. Regular schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Specific remote day to be arranged upon hire. Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.

• Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position.

• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience equal to eight (8) years.

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in counseling, psychology, social work or behavior analysis.
• Two (2) years of directly supervised experience developing and implementing behavioral support plans utilizing established approaches, including Applied Behavioral Analysis or Positive Behavioral Supports consistent with best practice and research for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Current, valid licensure as a Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Professional Counselor, BCBA Certification, or equivalent license or certification.

• Full background check: CDHS employees (all direct contact with vulnerable persons) undergo name check, fingerprint check, court database check, Medicare fraud database…