Behavioral Health Aid Alaska Addiction Rehabilitation Services, Inc.

aarsrecovery; Wasilla (AK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in Alaska is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Aid to support individuals on their recovery journey. The role involves providing client support, monitoring behaviors, and fostering healthy relationships while working closely with the clinical team. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate and benefits, including dental and life insurance, along with a retirement plan.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Familiarity with patient care practices preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in behavioral health.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and model healthy relationships to clients.
• Monitor clients' cooperation with house rules.
• Support clients in developing social skills and coping mechanisms.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Crisis management techniques

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Background in behavioral health or lived experience

Job description

Behavioral Health Aid

Job Description

Overview

Alaska Addiction Rehabilitation Services is a long-term residential treatment facility whose mission is to provide quality client-centered care to all Alaskan’s suffering from Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorder.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Aid to join our team. This role is essential in providing support and guidance to individuals on their recovery journey. The Behavioral Health Aid will work closely with the clinical team to implement effective strategies that promote positive behavior and enhance the quality of life for our clients.

Duties

• Provide clients with support and model healthy relationships that encourage sobriety.
• Provide support to clinical staff when necessary.
• Provide clients with transportation using the company vehicle.
• Develop and maintain healthy relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Monitor clients cooperation with house rules and report any inconsistencies to the clinical supervisor.
• Support clients in developing social skills and coping mechanisms in various settings.

Experience

• A background in behavioral health or lived experience is preferred.
• A valid drivers license is required.
• Familiarity with crisis management techniques and patient care practices.
• Previous experience working with people with with SUD/co-occurring disorder is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in the field of behavioral health.
• If a recovering individual, must be chemically free for a minimum of one year.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by applying your expertise as a Behavioral Health Aid. Your contributions will play a crucial role in fostering positive change and supporting individuals on their journey toward improved well-being.

Job Type

• Full-time

Pay

• From $23.76 per hour

Expected hours

• 40 per week

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule

• 8 hour shift

Experience

• Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

• Wasilla, AK 99623 (Required)
• AARS, Pt. MacKenzie Road***PLEASE NOTE*** AARS is 28 miles from downtown Wasilla.