Acute Supervisor (Peers and Coordination) (61883)
Summary
Supervises peer specialists in crisis services, coordinates community partnerships, and ensures compliance with behavioral health regulations in Colorado.
FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT – This position is classified as Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.
Job Summary: The Supervisor of Crisis Services provides leadership and oversight for peer specialist staff and crisis-related community partnerships. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality service delivery, supporting staff development, maintaining strong community relationships, and managing program operations in alignment with organizational and regulatory standards.
Essential Functions:
1. Peer Program Leadership
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Provide direct supervision and support to peer staff.
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Oversee daily operations of peer services within crisis programs.
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Ensure peer staff maintain required certifications and complete ongoing training.
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Coordinate and deliver peer supervision, training, and professional development.
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Oversee development, maintenance, and distribution of peer support resources.
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Monitor staff performance, provide feedback, and address performance concerns.
2. Crisis Services Coordination
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Support coordination of mobile crisis response services and ensure appropriate coverage.
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Facilitate follow-up calls and ensure appropriate documentation of services.
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Review and address incident reports and error reports to improve service delivery.
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Maintain continuity of care through strong outpatient connections and coordination.
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Participate in special projects and program improvement initiatives.
3. Client Coordination & Community Partnerships
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Provide support to clients during mobile crisis responses in alignment with Colorado Crisis Professional Curriculum.
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Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources, including:
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Behavioral health and crisis organizations (e.g., BHCC, UPRAD, VBH, Penrose, HCAT)
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Local hospitals and healthcare systems (e.g., Peak Vista)
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First responder and law enforcement partners (e.g., CIT, Police Departments)
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Emergency and medical response teams (e.g., ALFs, SRM)
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Schools and educational institutions
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Represent the organization at community meetings, events, and activities.
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Coordinate and participate with internal efforts to educate community partners.
4. Training, Compliance & Professional Standards
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Must meet all required training and onboarding standards, including:
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Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) requirements upon hire
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Peer training within 90 days of hire
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Crisis Professional Curriculum Completion
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Maintain compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
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Support ongoing workforce development and continuing education initiatives.
5. Quality Assurance & Complaint Management
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Manage and respond to client grievances and formal complaints.
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Monitor, review, and address negative feedback or public reviews.
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Oversee outpatient relationship management related to service concerns.
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Identify trends in complaints and implement process improvements.
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Ensure timely resolution of issues and promote a culture of quality improvement.
6. Administrative & Operational Duties
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Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and program records.
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Assist with staffing coordination and workforce planning.
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Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of peer staff.
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Contribute to program evaluation and performance monitoring.
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Ensure alignment of services with client care priorities and business needs.