Posted Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM
The vision of Colorado Access is to have healthy communities transformed by the care that people want at a cost we can all afford. Our mission is to partner with communities and empower people through access to quality, affordable care.
Why should you consider a career with Colorado Access?
We are a Colorado-based company, working to improve the health of our state. We care for individuals, families, and children who receive health care under Child Health Plan
Plus
(CHP+) and Health First Colorado (Colorado's Medicaid Program). Our focus is driving improvements in quality, member experience, outcomes, and cost. We are a mission-driven organization whose foundation is built by our vision, supported by our values and pillared by diversity, equity and inclusion.
Find work/life balance:
We offer PTO, floating holidays, seven company paid holidays, work from home options (exceptions apply), an Employee Assistance Program and a 401K.
Be a part of something bigger and make an impact
: We serve the underserved and most vulnerable populations in our community through access to quality and affordable health care. No matter what you do for Colorado Access, you are impacting our community and making a difference.
Sharpen your skills, learn, and grow
: We support your continued development through tuition reimbursement, leadership training, promotion opportunities, performance evaluations, employee recognition, and a language pay stipend.
What you will do:
We are looking for a
Manager of Behavioral Health
who can help shape our vision and support our mission. Here is what the position will look like.
Oversees the management of multiple department initiatives, including the operations of cross-departmental programming; providers awareness to department leaders and staff on how their work impacts other departments, programs, and the enterprise. Leads continuous improvement initiatives across multiple departments and/or cross-functional teams.
Works closely with leaders across the organization to make tactical and operational decisions that advance company strategies and goals and collaborates to deliver on company-wide deliverables/requirements.
Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with Colorado Access department leaders in all areas of the company to ensure behavioral health program effectiveness and performance.
Provides clinical direction to Colorado Access departments responsible for providing support to the behavioral health programs. This includes care management, utilization management, compliance, quality improvement, population health, customer service, claims, business intelligence, marketing, IT, provider engagement, member engagement, community engagement, etc.
Provides representation and subject matter expertise for behavioral health to the State of Colorado in a manner that is coordinated with the policies and strategic interests of Colorado Access and the behavioral healthcare system in Colorado.
Oversees implementation, operations, and evaluation of behavioral health service expansion efforts and initiatives to improve performance on strategic priorities.
Responsible for all operational activities and continued program development associated with assigned mental health and substance use disorder KPIs, BH incentive measures, and performance pool measures. This includes leading internal workgroups, managing reports, preparing data for and meeting with relevant providers, as well as monitoring and reporting progress to internal departments and senior leadership.
What you will bring:
Education
: Master’s degree in behavioral health or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of experience and/or education may substitute with a preference for a Bachelor’s degree with at least two years progressive relevant work experience.
Experience
: Five years’ experience in behavioral health, with two years supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
: Strong working knowledge of behavioral health services and the severe and persistent mentally ill population (SPMI) required. Knowledge of Medicaid regulations, ICD/CPT/HCPC coding, and provider contracting preferred. Demonstrates support for the company’s mission, vision and values. Position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to establish good working relationships with supervisors and employees. Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task required. Must be able to prioritize work responsibilities and direct staff in a way that promotes team building and communication. Must be proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Access, Excel). May be required to manage multiple priorities and projects with tight deadlines.
Licenses/Certifications
: Active Colorado mental health licensure (LPC, LSCW, LMFT) or nursing license (LPN, RN) is preferred. A valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance will be required for any position requiring driving.
Together we will be
: an innovative and collaborative team who supports each other, the employees and vision of the company to reach our goals individually, together and as an organization.
Pay, Perks and Benefits at Colorado Access:
The compensation for this position is
$118,600.00 - $133,390.00
annually. The pay rate/salary is commensurate with experience.
In addition to being part of a mission driven organization serving our community, as an eligible Colorado Access employee, you’ll receive a generous benefits package, that includes:
Medical, dental, vision insurance that starts the first day of the month following start date.
Supplemental insurance such as critical illness and accidental injury.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending account options.
Employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D (employee, spouse and dependent).
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, dependent).
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement (based on eligibility).
Annual bonus program (based on eligibility, requirements and performance).
Where you will work:
This position will be a hybrid model work environment, a blend of ‘In-Office’ and ‘Remote.’
We are not able to support out of state employees at this time as we continue to serve our members and community in the metro Denver area and across the beautiful state of Colorado.
Colorado Access is committed to providing equal opportunities to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. We strive to maintain a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment and discrimination.