Clinical Associate - Partial Hospitalization Program

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Full-Time Professional Anchorage, AK, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $20.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Clinical AssociateI/II/III
|Alaska Behavioral Health
Partial Hospitalization Program
- Children, Adolescents, and Adults

Who We Are

At Alaska Behavioral Health, our mission is to strengthen Alaska communities and improve the lives of our clients by delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare services. We believe all Alaskans, regardless of their mental health and addiction needs, deserve access to the best possible care. Join us as we make a difference in the lives of our clients every day.

About the Team

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. Our 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. We provide evidence-based therapeutic activities for clients designed to help clients develop and practice skills they can apply both during PHP and in their daily lives.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Good To Know

• Position is based in Anchorage, Alaska
• Full-Time, Non-exempt
• Pay Range: $20.00 to $30.00 hourly;
  Depending on Experience.
• Eligible for up to $6,000 in incentive with the average being $2,300.
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance is Available
  - Professional Growth is encouraged!
• Clinical associates participate in regular individual and group supervision and are provided with additional training opportunities as part of our professional development plan.
• AKBH offers generous benefits including two healthcare options for employees and their dependent children, 401k with immediate vesting and up to 5% match, 4% automatically contributed by AKBH. PTO is accrued at the rate of five (5) weeks of PTO for the first year; eight (8) weeks of PTO after the first year. PTO is used for company recognized holidays.

What We Need from You

• 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.
• Previous experience working with children or adolescents in a mental health setting preferred.
• 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.

Alaska Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.