Deflection Program Supervisor

True North Recovery Inc•Anchorage, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Anchorage Crisis Services Supervisor will be the direct contact between the Anchorage Police Department and the Judicial System while monitoring, evaluating and reporting participants progress throughout the Deflection Program.

Requirements

Associate's degree in human services or related field - preferred but not required
If in recovery, one year of continuous sobriety prior to hire and active and continuing participation in a recovery support program, such as a 12-step program.
Must obtain CDC I O within 4 years of hire.
Must obtain PSP I within 2 years of hire.
Valid Alaska driver’s license and insurable under TRUE NORTH RECOVERY INC’s automotive insurance, which requires a driver to be at least 21 years of age.
Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory state and federal background check.

Nice To Haves

Ability to coordinate multiple activities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient with PCs and standard office equipment.
Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload.
Strong public speaking and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Prevents and intervenes in crises situations.
Tailor's services to unique individual, family, and community characteristics.
Listens and communicates effectively.
Collaborates and builds positive relationships
Identifies strengths and resources, reassessing routinely
Assists individuals in developing personal plans.
Implements and coordinates the plan of care.
Supports problem solving and conflict resolution
Connects individuals and families to community resources
Completes and trains staff for required documentation in a timely manner
Observes rights to confidentiality.
Ability to complete personal documentation and trains staff for required documentation in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision of the Deflection Peer team and address programmatic needs with the Crisis Services Director
Oversee the education and training required when a new employee joins the team.
Maintain contact and updates with APD and judicial systems on participants within the program
Oversee and complete all data tracking requirements for participant engagement within the program
Monitor daily, weekly and monthly requirements for participants within the program
Maintain community resource contacts and develop MOU’s when needed.
Provides direct peer support to clients in active crisis to include linkages to assessments, mental health evaluations, housing and community resources.
Assist clients in setting and pursuing their crisis management goals.
Functions as a role model to clients.
Serves as a liaison to providers and the treatment team.
Provides motivational interviewing, social, and emotional support.
Helps clients understand and employ recovery strategies.
Maintains an active awareness of the crisis support services that are available in the state of Alaska.
Works to motivate clients through positive means, highlighting strengths and resources.
Participate in training in areas related to improvement of service delivery.
Models and teaches clients vital life skills that will aid in their success.
Advocates for clients in treatment settings and within the community.
Shares lived experiences and assists in community, relationship and skill building.
Interact with the clients in a manner conducive to their safety, dignity, privacy, and security.
Attends and/or facilitates weekly staff meetings and works collaboratively with other staff in case staffing/review
Engages in all assigned peer outreach activities in the community.
Must have strong writing skills with attention to detail and accuracy of fact reporting.
Completes timely documentation in client’s EHR, using DAP note format for each recovery service provided.
All documentation is to comply with overseeing state or federal guidelines.
Maintains current and up to date data as required.
Assists in completing grant reporting or gathering of data for the Crisis Program Manager to complete quarterly grant reporting.
Demonstrates ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Administer UAs and breathalyzers as needed.
Exhibits competency in personal recovery and use of coping skills.
Provides assistance of all Anchorage services when appropriate and available.
Additional job duties as assigned.

Benefits

ICHRA Coverage for Employee Health Insurance Policy
Reimbursement (Health Insurance Policy Reimbursement)
401K Plan - 100% Match Up To 5%
Life & ADD Insurance Policy 100% covered by employer
Vision and Dental Policy 90% covered by employer
10 Paid Holidays a Year
Paid Time Off Accrual
Paid Training and Credentialing
Short term and long-term disability
Monthly cash stipend
Supplemental benefits including critical illness insurance, accident insurance and hospital indemnity