[Hiring] Instructor, MST Expert @University of Colorado

Role Description

The Rocky Mountain Multisystemic Therapy (MST) Network at the Kempe Center is seeking a Multisystemic Therapy (MST) Expert to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of youth and families. This exciting opportunity allows you to play a critical role in expanding access to evidence-based treatment by supporting community-based MST programs in delivering high-quality, effective services. As an MST Expert, you will work directly with an MST coach and MST Co-Director(s) to provide specialized training, consultation, and guidance to MST therapists, supervisors, and agency leadership, helping strengthen clinical practices, improve program outcomes, and support the successful implementation and sustainability of the MST model.

In this role, you will collaborate with a dedicated team of MST professionals to support approximately 8–10 community-based MST programs through weekly consultation, ongoing training, and clinical and organizational guidance, partnering with community agencies to address organizational and systems-level challenges and strengthen program effectiveness. With opportunities to work remotely and travel as needed, this position may involve supporting MST partner sites in states such as Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Texas, and Washington. The role offers a unique combination of flexibility, professional growth, collaboration, and the opportunity to create lasting positive change for youth, families, and communities.

• Provide weekly clinical consultation for up to 10 MST teams, supporting therapists and supervisors in effectively implementing and maintaining fidelity to the MST treatment model.
• Provide ongoing training, coaching, and professional development to MST therapists and supervisors, including facilitating portions of MST Orientation Trainings, Advanced Supervisor Workshops, and quarterly booster trainings.
• Lead and participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities, including Program Implementation Reviews (PIRs), to assess program performance, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to strengthen clinical outcomes and program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with MST supervisors, agency leadership, and community stakeholders to identify and address organizational, clinical, and systems-level challenges that impact successful MST implementation and long-term program sustainability.
• Assess ongoing training and development needs of MST teams, develop and document individualized development plans, and provide resources and guidance on research-supported interventions.
• Work closely with MST Coach, MST Co-Directors, the Network Partner Director, and community agency partners to coordinate program support, share expertise, and provide consultation coverage for other MST Experts as needed.
• Maintain expert knowledge of MST principles, practices, and quality standards through ongoing professional development and consultation.
• Support MST programs through remote collaboration and travel approximately 35%–50% of work time, as required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
• One (1) year of professional experience serving as an MST supervisor and/or MST Expert

Requirements

• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of professional experience as an MST supervisor and/or MST Expert
• 1 year of professional experience delivering trainings, workshops, or presentations to professional audiences
• 5 years of experience providing home- and/or community-based clinical services using systemic approaches to treatment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Clinical competence in family therapy, behavior therapy, and child development
• The MST Expert will be expected to perform with self-disciplined independence in an environment of ongoing accountability
• Strong leadership skills, approaches work with integrity and open to continuous learning
• Familiarity with research literature on the causes, correlations, and treatments of delinquency desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to effectively engage individuals and families from across varied cultural, socioeconomic, and geographic backgrounds
• Excellent interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to thrive in a team-based environment

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Michele Bugos at [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 30, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: $75,000 to $85,000. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] .

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.