Behavioral Health Navigator

OVERVIEW OF CCA

The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment. We are particularly interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds.

More than 20 different languages and 60 countries are represented at CCA. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers diversity, equity, and inclusion and we actively seek to employee partners who want to join us in working to reducing outcome gaps among our diverse student population.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Community College of Aurora is looking for an engaging, inclusive, and equity-minded staff member to assist with the fall 2024 launch and continued support for our Behavioral Health Program. We will be offering five new micro-credential certificates and two new AAS degrees in the behavioral health field. We are seeking talented candidates who value and support the college's mission and goals of improving retention and success rates as well as closing the equity gap for underrepresented students. The Navigator's commitment extends beyond program completion to supporting graduates transitioning to their next academic pursuit or embarking on their job search. Additionally, the Behavioral Health Navigator will assist in the identification and solidification of experiential learning sites. Candidates should have a strong understanding of systemic barriers to student success and a commitment to helping students overcome those barriers. CCA expects high academic standards, high student support, and a strong commitment to student engagement and success. This is a full-time, grant-funded support staff position, which requires on-campus presence. There will be an option for up to two remote days per week. Grant funding is in place through December 2026, with a possibility of moving to general funding at that time. Colorado residency is required. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Behavioral Health Department Chair with fall 2024 program launch

• Assist students in navigating college policies, procedures, and resources

• Mentor students with questions about required courses and scheduling plan for each micro-credential and degree

• Develop partnerships with local and state-wide behavioral health organizations to foster community collaboration and establish site placement options for students

• Meet with industry partners and ensure a clear plan is devised for skills development by the students

• Provide support to those employers and deal with any queries that arise

• Undertake regular reviews with students in site placements and complete necessary review paperwork

• Monitor and analyze student and industry partner feedback on site placements and use this to make changes to placement process if appropriate

• Identify issues with student placements and collaborate with CCA staff and industry leadership to facilitate appropriate resolutions

• Mentor students on the career exploration process by helping them discover and reflect on their personal skills, values, and interests

• Help students develop a professional identity, including resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, job search strategies, etc.

• Maintain strong partnerships with community organizations and assist with job planning and placement for students ready to graduate

• Stay current with and implement expectations by reading emails regularly and attending departmental, divisional, and college meetings as called by the Chair, Dean, Vice President of Academic Success, and President

• Complete all required trainings set forth by Department Chair and leadership team

• Understand and uphold the vision, mission, and values of the college, while abiding by all relevant CCA guidelines, and CCCS/SBCCOE policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health or a related discipline (Psychology, Sociology, Health Sciences, etc.) or Associate's degree in one of the above disciplines plus two years' experience in the field

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, interpersonal, critical thinking, and written/verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in basic computer skills; ability to navigate digital tools

• Ability to work well in teams and independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a community college setting

• Experience working as a high school counselor, student case manager, admissions representative, recruiter, career coach, or similar

• Practical work experience in cultivating partnerships

• Experience guiding students through academic programs and site placements in the health care field

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Salary Range:  Anticipated starting salary range is $50,215.00 annually. This salary is determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. CCA offers an excellent benefit plan, including generous leave, holiday, and education benefits. Full time employees immediately upon hire earn 15 hours a month annual leave and 10 hours a month sick leave.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: An initial review of applications will begin on Thursday, May 23, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@ccaurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@ccaurora.edu.

By applying 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 the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

• A complete online application

• A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position

• A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application

• Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office.  Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your current supervisor without first providing notice to you as a candidate and only when a contingent offer is pending in order to protect the confidentiality of your application to the full extent possible.

• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.

• For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.edu.

Notice to all Applicants:

•  Proof of eligibility to work (Download PDF reader) in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.

• 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.       

• CCA 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.

• Individuals currently or formerly employed by  the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.

• For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207E, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231 or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu. 

Colorado Residency Requirement:

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora.  Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement: 

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success.  Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

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 CCA website at the Student Right to Know 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 Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations: 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 Erica Hines at (303) 340-7231 or erica.hines@ccaurora.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 (303) 340-7231 or Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Community College of Aurora prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120.  The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207E, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231 or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.