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Salary : $65,376.00 - $91,560.00 Annually
Location : Denver, CO
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: IIC 00419 7/31/2026
Department: Colorado Department of Human Services
Division: OBH - CMHIFL
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 8/14/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 3520 W Oxford Ave, Denver
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: Jeru Marshall: jerusalen.marshall@cdhs.state.co.us
How To Apply: Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times.
Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.
This is a part-time position=0.6 FTE
The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) connects people to assistance, resources and support for living independently in our state. We are the people who help people. Colorado has a state-supervised and county-administered human services system. Our mission is collaborating with our partners to design and deliver high-quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Our vision is that the people of Colorado are safe, healthy, and prepared to achieve their greatest aspirations. Through our core values listed below, CDHS staff is committed to:

• Individual dignity and respect;
• Person-centered, evidence based care;
• Trauma informed recovery;
• Multidisciplinary collaboration;
• Diversity and inclusion;
• Strong family and community partnerships.

The Colorado Mental Health Institute at Fort Logan (CMHHIFL) is one of two state hospitals serving our community. The vision of CMHHIFL is to provide the highest quality mental health services to persons with complex, serious, and persistent mental illness within the resources available. Our mission is to support those individuals in achieving their recovery goals and reaching their full potential. CMHHIFL provides inpatient treatment to adult patients, generally between the ages of 18-59. The hospital currently has 138 adult inpatient beds, over six treatment milieus serving civil and forensic individuals. Medical services, occupational therapy, neuropsychological-rehabilitation services, and trauma-informed care services are available for all patients throughout the hospital.
The Medical Services work unit exists to promote and protect the health of patients by overseeing, providing and coordinating all medically related care and clinical analyses necessary for the proper evaluation and treatment of the hospital's patients and by managing the infection control, employee health and diagnostic testing services for the hospital. In addition, the Laboratory and Specimen Processing Center provides professional knowledge and expertise to ensure high-quality results.
The Dental Clinic is the primary dental provider for CMHHIFL hospital. The Dental Clinic provides comprehensive, preventative, and restorative dental care to the patients at CMHHIFL
Description of Job
The position exists to provide professional dental hygiene care directly to patients, to provide consultation and education to healthcare staff, and to ensure seamless dental clinic operations at CMHHIFL. Duties include:
Dental Hygienist:
Provide excellent patient care and service by independently providing quality dental hygiene services such as:

• Remove deposits, accretions, and stains from teeth by scaling with hand, ultrasonic, or other devices from the surfaces of the tooth
• Smooth and polish natural or restored tooth surfaces
• Apply preventative materials such as the application of fluorides, sealants, and other topical agents for the prevention of oral disease
• Perform patient screenings such as patient history, oral health assessments, dental charting, etc.
• Take dental radiographs using dental radiographic equipment
• Prepare study casts
• Assist dentist with dental procedures
• Administer topical anesthesia
• Educate, instruct, and counsel healthcare personnel and patients
• Screens dental radiographs and determines if new radiographs need to be taken
• Uses professional dental hygiene standards to evaluate and assess patient complaints and conditions to make care recommendations.
• Creates a therapeutic program specific to the patient to address dental hygiene issues.

Dental Clinic Management:
Manages the dental clinic in an administrative capacity, such as but not limited to:

• Triage dental care requests. Evaluates urgency, determines the level of need and arranges the clinic schedule accordingly. Consults with dentist when clinically indicated
• Schedule and manage clinic patient flow
• Coordinate, track, and ensure all inspections, certifications (e.g, equipment, CDPHE radiation registrations, etc.) remain up-to-date.
• Order and procure supplies
• Monitor expiration dates
• Maintain SDS book, ensuring SDS sheets are current and updated as necessary
• Ensure equipment is inspected, serviced, and repaired as necessary after obtaining any necessary approvals
• Monitor budget
• Maintains current documentation of patient procedures and services using hospital systems (i.e., electronic health record, dental electronic record, etc.)
• Determines and adapts processes to ensure infection control and prevention standards are met
• Performs proper safety and infection control procedures such as disinfection/sterilization of dental tools, glove use, mask use, goggle use, etc.
• Reviews electronic health record workflows, adapts processes to ensure completed documentation in both the electronic health record and the dental health record (duplicate systems must be maintained).

Other Duties as Assigned:

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:

• Current, valid licensure as a dental hygienist from the from the Colorado Dental Board

Substitutions
No Substitutions
Special Qualifications:

• Active Colorado Dental Hygiene License, a Local Anesthesia Certification & BLS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing comprehensive dental hygiene services including prophylaxis, periodontal assessments, scaling and root planing, and patient education.
• Experience performing conventional dental radiographs, periodontal charting, and documenting findings in electronic dental or medical record systems.
• Experience assisting with dental examinations and collaborating with a dentist to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Experience maintaining infection control and sterilization procedures in accordance with CDC guidelines, Joint Commission standards, and established dental clinic safety practices.
• Experience working independently in a small dental clinic environment with limited staff, coordinating daily dental hygiene services in collaboration with a dentist.
• Experience coordinating patient scheduling, appointment management, and daily clinic workflow in a dental setting.
• Experience supporting the day-to-day operations of a dental clinic, including maintaining dental equipment, instruments, and supplies to ensure readiness for patient care.
• Experience providing dental hygiene services in a public health, hospital, correctional, or institutional healthcare setting.
• Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, or complex medical needs.
• Strong knowledge of infection control, sterilization, and dental clinic safety standards.
• Experience using electronic health records (EHR) or electronic dental record systems.
• Strong patient communication skills with a focus on preventive oral health education.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a dentist and interdisciplinary healthcare staff while maintaining independent responsibility for dental hygiene services.
• Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program.
• Current, valid licensure as a Dental Hygienist issued by the Colorado Dental Board.
• One year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Physical/Tests - Describe any special physical or test requirements: 2-step TB Test
• Eligible for shift work
• May be exposed to bodily fluids or caustic chemicals; x-ray
• Travel - Explain: May drive CDHS property. Such as lead aprons for inspection and may use state vehicle.
• Other: TB testing, annual influenza, and other vaccines as required by the State of Colorado.
• Full Background Check: CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons):
  CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers).
• MOTOR VEHICLE RECORD CHECK:This position will drive a state fleet or non-state fleet vehicle for State business purposes.
• Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border
• Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
  
  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

• Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
  
  • Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.Comparative Analysis Process - Structured
Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).
Appeal Rights
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
• You can find the official appeal form here.
• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
  
  • By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or
  • Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
  • Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or
  • Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At (303) 866-3300, or
• Refer to the Color