Clinical Associate

Behavioral Health Clinical Associate PractitionerUnder direct supervision of a licensed behavioral health Clinician or psychologist, provides access to and delivers behavioral health services, within a defined scope of practice to Bering Straits residents, including, but not limited to, individual/group counseling, case management for substance abuse and mental health concerns, substance use assessments and treatment planning, community development, prevention, wellness education, and supervision. The Clinical Associate Practitioner will demonstrate and be assisted in the essential functions of the position.Uphold the organization's vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization's policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.Essential Functions:Under the supervision and by the direction of the clinical supervisor and administrative supervisor the Clinical Associate Practitioner shall demonstrate and apply the following functions:Provide and document participation in the following inpatient and outpatient services:Routine client contact, screening, assessment, and evaluationTreatment planningCase consultationCase management, coordination, and monitoring treatment planClient and community engagementPrevention, community education, and community organizingCommunity resources and referralsProvide and document participation in crisis management servicesEngage, complete, and practice the skills and knowledge offered through the Behavioral Health Aide (BHA) and/or Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) programsProvide mentorship, training, and professional developmentSubmit CARF and Medicaid compliant documentation in a timely manner.Continue to pursue training opportunities and seek more credentialing and skillsPerform other duties as assignedPersonal Traits:All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization's values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.Required Knowledge:All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.Job Specific knowledge is listed below:Knowledge of behavioral health issues and community strengths in the Bering Straits region.Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Tribal law, regulations, rules, policies, and processes. Including substantial knowledge of relevant specialized fields such as 42 CFR and HIPPA requirements.Capacity to communicate with respect and empathyCapacity for accessing and utilizing educational opportunitiesKnowledge of general client care activitiesKnowledge of documentation requirements for record complianceAbility to use technologyRequired Skills and Abilities:All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills, and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure, and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient confidentiality.Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:Excellent customer serviceAbove average sensitivity for client confidentiality and right to privacyDemonstrated ability to manage tasks and activitiesMinimum Requirements:CA Trainee (Grade 4):High School DiplomaBLS within 3 months of hire1 Year full time employmentCA I (Grade 5):All the requirements of a Trainee6 months as a Clinical Associate TraineeBHA I certificationCA II (Grade 6):All the requirements of a CA I6 months as a CA IBHA II certificationCA III (Grade 7):All the requirements of a CA II6 Months as a CA IIBHA III certificationCA Practitioner (Grade 8):All the requirements of a CA III1 year as a CA IIIBHP certificationPhysical Requirements:Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipmentSit more than half the workdayStand and/or walk less than half the workdayBend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reachUse hands and arms for repetitive motion tasksLift or carry unaided less than 25 poundsSee and hear with normal acuityWorking Conditions:Work is conducted in a standard office environmentMinimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)Via large aircraftVia small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft, and/orVia snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, or boatI attest that I do not have any physical, mental, or medical impairment or disability that would limit my job performance.Affirmation of understanding of job duties:_____________________________________Printed Name of IncumbentSignature of Incumbent DateApproval of Job Description:Signature of Hiring Director/Manager