Intern, Counseling Services

We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

• Assists detox counseling staff with tasks related to patient care coordination in the detox facility. (20%)
• Assists with obtaining and recording breath alcohol levels, obtaining forms, forms completion, faxing and data entry, retrieving patient property at discharge, obtaining clothing or other supplies for patients, escorting patients through the facility, may monitor patients during mealtimes, visitation, recreational activities, or at other times as needed and as appropriate. (20%)
• Helps maintain a safe environment for patients and staff by responding to staff support situations using crisis prevention intervention and verbal de-escalation techniques. (15%)
• Promotes positive Interpersonal (customer) relationship with fellow employees, physicians, patients and visitors. (15%)
• Treats all individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy and respect, consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications. (10%)
• Adheres to, complies with and demonstrates support for the mission and values of Denver Health. (10%)
• Supports and adheres to the Denver Health Values of Trust, Respect, and Excellence. (5%)
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information by creating and maintaining a secure and trusting environment by not sharing information learned on the job, except when necessary in the performance of the job responsibilities or to improve a patient’s care. (5%)

• High School Diploma or GED Required

• Interest in addictions counseling and working with substance use/abuse patient population.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Community resource navigation support

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net health care system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.