Assessment Clinician

Set Free Alaska • Wasilla, AK

1d • Remote

About The Position

Set Free Alaska is looking for an Assessment Clinician to join their award-winning team. This role is for individuals passionate about helping others and seeking more than just a job in the behavioral health field. The company values its clinicians by ensuring caseloads allow for excellent service delivery and a healthy work-life balance. Clinicians are described as front-line champions for clients seeking hope and healing. Set Free Alaska was recognized as the Best Place to Work in Alaska for employers under 250 employees. The Assessment Clinician will be responsible for conducting Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Integrated Mental Health Assessments, which involve client interviews and initial treatment recommendations based on agency guidelines, requirements, and appropriate screening/testing tools.

Requirements

• 60 Hours Master’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field with the ability to complete State approved continued education units as a Qualified Addiction Professional (QAP) within six (6) months of employment
• Experience in the field of substance abuse and diagnosing of substance abuse disorders
• Ability to pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check
• Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills
• Punctuality and consistency in reporting to work, and in delivery of direct services
• Ability to be a team player, demonstrating motivation, exercising discretion and dependability
• Ability to build rapport with clients and staff
• Ability to work well in a remote setting
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and treat everyone with dignity and respect while maintaining clear therapeutic boundaries
• Proficient computer skills including fluid use of electronic communication tools

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments via telehealth using DSM 5 and ASAM
• Relay the results from assessments, to include treatment recommendations, to the client upon completion of the assessment
• Complete documentation for each assessment conducted within defined time constraints
• Ensure all documentation complies with overseeing state or federal guidelines
• Attend all required Set Free meetings (via teleconferencing or in person)
• Complete additional reports and requests as needed from the management team

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Simple IRA with 3% match
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing Education Stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level