Mental Health Case Manager
Requisition Number:
64748
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
11-Jun-2025
Date Posted:
27-May-2025
Job Summary
Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Mental Health Case Manager! The position will support coordinating and enhancing mental health case management services, building and maintaining a comprehensive referral network, and supporting the availability of community and campus resources for students. This role is focused on providing direct case management support to students, requiring collaboration with both community and campus partners to ensure effective, seamless care for students.
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.
Who We Are
CAPS furthers the well-being of students and helps them succeed by providing a full range of clinical mental health services, consultation, and outreach to the campus community. We also offer outstanding training to the next generation of mental health providers. CAPS is a multidisciplinary and multi-theoretical staff. We are committed to delivering a safe and welcoming environment for everyone we serve.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Resource Development
- Collaborate with community resources to build and maintain a strong referral network and streamline the referral process.
- Partner with campus departments and resources to enhance knowledge of campus resources and simplify referral access.
- Support with the curation of a clinic wide campus and community referral guide.
- Enhance CAPS referral resources, focusing on low-cost mental health and medical care, basic needs, and financial support options.
Direct Mental Health Case Management
- Meet with students in-person and via telehealth to provide individual case management services.
- Document all student interactions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Support students in accessing care through phone calls, secure messaging, and text communication.
- Facilitate open, collaborative communication with both campus and community providers to ensure strong client care.
What You Should Know
This role will work in a hybrid work modality, with in-person being preferred for the training period. This role has an anticipated work schedule of Monday – Friday, between the hours of 7:30am and 5:30pm. This role is not expected to work University recognized holidays, weekends, or evenings and will not be on call at any time.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this position is $54,100 - $64,000 annually.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
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What We Require
- Completion of a BSW or BA in a mental health or related field.
- 1 year of experience in case management services.
What You Will Need
- Ability to work remotely in a quiet, confidential environment.
- Proven ability to work equitably and collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, guided by a strong understanding of systemic barriers to care. Committed to fostering an inclusive organizational culture and delivering client-centered, equity-informed support.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent social skills.
- Basic functional computer skills (experience with Windows based systems).
- Excellent organizational skills.
What We Would Like You to Have
- 2+ years of case management experience.
- Experience working in higher education.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.
- Knowledge of FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
- Familiarity with Boulder County and Denver Metro resources.
- Experience collaborating with community-based resources.
- Proficient in using EHR systems.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by June 11, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu