Clinical Associate II/III - Fairbanks PHP Department

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Associate II, III | Alaska Behavioral Health
Fairbanks Partial Hospitalization Program Team

Who We Are

Our mission is to strengthen Alaska communities and improve the lives of our clients by delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare services.

We believe all Alaskans, with all mental health and addiction needs should have access to the best possible care. We are proud to be part of a dedicated team committed to increasing access to mental health care and changing the lives of our clients for the better.

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, family 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 emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, interpersonal skills, 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 activities.
• Document client progress, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in electronic health records.
• Participate in daily and weekly team meetings.
• Conduct safety plans.
• Support clients in crisis situations and assist with de-escalation techniques as needed.

Good To Know

• Position is based in Fairbanks, Alaska
• Full-Time, Non-exempt
• Pay Range is between $21.50 - $30.00 hourly
• Eligible for up to $15,678 in incentive with the average being $5,616.
• 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.