Clinical Associate - Partial Hospitalization Program
About The Position
Alaska Behavioral Health's mission is to strengthen Alaska communities and improve the lives of our clients by delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare services. They believe all Alaskans, regardless of their mental health and addiction needs, deserve access to the best possible care. The Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) team is a multi-disciplinary group dedicated to serving children ages 9-17 and adults with acute needs or those not responding to lower levels of care. The program offers medication management, intensive therapy, and skill-building exercises to help clients regain stability, enhance their quality of life, and prevent the need for higher levels of care. They provide Evidence-Based Therapy activities for clients to practice skills to utilize in and outside of PHP, daily physical activity, and nutritious lunches.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a human-services field such as social work, psychology, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a diverse team of professionals.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of clients and the program.
- Commitment to providing compassionate and client-centered care.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with children or adolescents in a mental health setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct group skill development sessions covering topics such as social skills, emotion regulation, problem-solving, and coping strategies.
- Collaborate with the treatment team to assess client needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide support and assistance to clients during community outings and activities.
- Document client progress, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in electronic health records.
- Participate in daily and weekly team meetings.
- Support clients in crisis situations and assist with de-escalation techniques as needed.
Benefits
- Student Loan Repayment
- Tuition Assistance
- Two healthcare options for employees and their dependent children
- 401k with immediate vesting and up to 5% match
- 4% automatically contributed by AKBH
- Five (5) weeks of PTO for the first year
- Eight (8) weeks of PTO after the first year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
