Behavioral Health Educator

Denver Health

. Perform one-on-one patient-centered needs assessments, care coordination, and behavioral health education, primarily via phone and occasionally in person .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $53,300 - $74,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform one-on-one patient-centered needs assessments, care coordination, and behavioral health education, primarily via phone and occasionally in person
Provide psychosocial support
Facilitate individualized behavior change interventions using motivational interviewing
Supervise clinic-wide screening for substance use and addictions, depression, anxiety, and overall psychosocial functioning
Promote staff engagement
Provide referrals to appropriate community resources
Provide Brief Intervention or Referral to Treatment for patients at risk for chemical dependency
Collaborate with hospital-wide health education initiatives
Identify resources and organizations serving patient health needs
Maintain community partnerships
Develop and deliver educational programs for individuals, families, and groups
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on behavioral health education initiatives
Provide support and resources to individuals and families impacted by behavioral health issues
Conduct assessments to identify training needs and develop training plans
Develop and distribute educational materials, including brochures, handouts, and online resources
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of training and education activities
Participate in community outreach activities
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in public health, human services, health sciences, psychology, sociology or related field required
Three years health care or health education experience required
One to two years conducting behavior change and/or health education required
Knowledge of comprehensive health education and substance use
Experience with behavior change counseling
Ability to coordinate health education within the clinic and with community resources
Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience facilitating one-on-one confidential visits and managing case loads
Ability to prioritize and conduct multiple activities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Team player
Exceptional organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Creative problem solving abilities
Safety-sensitive applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test after a conditional offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans
Employer paid disability and life insurance
Comprehensive well-being programs
On-site employee fitness center
Nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs
Exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer