Mental Health Clinician - Residential

Set Free Alaska•Wasilla, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Clinician will deliver direct outpatient counseling to clients. This position will supervise staff in a manner that allows for growth.

Requirements

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 6 months of employment
Experience in substance abuse or mental health field including: Delivering direct therapeutic services (group and individual), Crisis intervention skills, Assessments, treatment planning and treatment team participation, Case management, Supervision, Utilization of tools, such as DSM 5 and ASAM criteria
Ability to pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check
Adhere to the ethical guidelines of related profession and maintain current CEU’s needed for any acquired licensure
Ability to supervise staff
Ability to build rapport with clients and staff
Ability to utilize tools such as DSM 5 and ASAM with clients
Ability to establish and maintain clear therapeutic boundaries
Great written and verbal communication skills
Punctuality reporting to work and in delivery of direct services
Able to work as a team member including accepting and providing supervision
Basic computer skills and fluid use of electronic communication tools
Basic Internet navigation skills

Responsibilities

Conduct and construct assessments for substance abuse problems and/or psychological/ psychiatric problems/disorders utilizing diagnostic criteria from the DSM 5, ICD 10 and ASAM.
Facilitate treatment groups using Set Free Alaska approved treatment curricula, emphasizing confidentiality and client rights.
Establish and implement individualized treatment plans using a Strengths Based Model, involving client participation and conducting reviews.
Prepare and conduct individual and family counseling sessions, structuring them according to client needs, goals, strengths, and limitations.
Participate in an interdisciplinary team to address clinical concerns, providing case conceptualization.
Assist in detecting "at risk" clients and developing prevention plans, evaluating crisis situations and applying interventions.
Administer UA's and breathalyzers as needed.
Provide case management, including coordination of care, referrals, and collateral involvement with other providers.
Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation of assessments, treatment notes, treatment plan updates, and discharge summaries, complying with state or federal guidelines.
Work collaboratively with other local agencies, including Department of Corrections, Office of Children’s Services, and Therapeutic Courts.
Participate in the development and evaluation of program curricula and follow SFA policies and procedures for curriculum changes.