Clinician I/ Clinician II

Norton Sound Health Corporation • Nome, AK

269d • $44 - $51

About The Position

The Clinician I/Clinician II positions are responsible for providing clinical mental health and/or substance abuse assessments and writing treatment plans. Clinician I works under the supervision of a Clinician II, while Clinician II supervises clinician staff working toward their licensure. Both roles uphold the organization's vision, mission, and corporate values, demonstrating compliance with policies, procedures, and work rules.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related counseling field.
• 1 year of experience working in a clinical setting in the behavioral health field for Clinician I.
• 2 years of experience working in a clinical setting in the behavioral health field for Clinician II.
• Must be eligible for LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent state license in Alaska within two years of hire for Clinician I.
• Must have LCSW, LPC, LMFT or equivalent state license in Alaska, or license eligible as a pre-doctoral psychology intern for Clinician II.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a Clinician II or Psychologist, assess the client's condition and needs, set outcomes, implement appropriate actions to meet the client/family's physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual and safety needs and evaluate client progress.
• Provide and document comprehensive and individual assessments identifying client needs with appropriate interventions to achieve desirable outcomes and gather data to demonstrate the utilization of the clinical process to promote positive outcomes.
• Act as an advocate for clients/families, physicians, and other staff members, facilitating client/family learning throughout the clinical experience, reinforcing continued health care through teaching and/or referral.
• Arrange clinical services, make referrals to appropriate providers, assist in treatment compliance, coordinate with human service agencies and request village based counseling services when appropriate.
• Maintain quality and efficiency standards and make recommendations to supervisor for improvements as needed.
• Participate in activities that promote professional growth and self-development, attend pertinent in-services, departmental and other meetings as requested.
• Work with regional agencies to promote NSHC's Behavioral Health Services working to achieve and integrate NSHC goals with the expectations of federal and state governments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree