Clinician I - Unalakleet

Norton Sound Health Corp; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Sound Health Corporation in Nome, AK seeks a Mental Health professional for a full-time position in the behavioral health team. The role conducts clinical mental health and/or substance abuse assessments and writes treatment plans under supervision, ensuring quality care aligned with NSHC values.

Responsibilities include evaluating client needs, documenting assessments, coordinating services and referrals, advocating for clients, and collaborating with regional agencies to advance NSHC

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or related counseling field (must have or be eligible).
• Must be eligible for Alaska licensure (LCSW/LPC/LMFT or equivalent) within two years of hire.
• 1 year of clinical behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess client condition and set outcomes under supervision.
• Document comprehensive assessments and treatment plans.
• Advocate for clients and families; educate and refer as needed.
• Arrange services, referrals, and village-based counseling when appropriate.
• Coordinate with regional agencies to advance NSHC behavioral health goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related counseling field

Job description

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Mental Health Regular Full-time Staff Nome, AK, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2643

Salary Range: $46.91 To $63.66 Hourly

Purpose of Position:

Provide clinical mental health and/or substance abuse assessments and write treatment plans under the supervision of a Clinician II.

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 of a Clinician II or Psychologist, assess the client’s condition and needs, set outcomes, implement appropriate actions to meet the client/family’s physical, emotional, spiritual, social, intellectual and safety needs and evaluate client progress
• Provide and document comprehensive and individual assessments identifying client needs with appropriate interventions to achieve desirable outcomes and gather data to demonstrate the utilization of the clinical process to promote positive outcomes
• Act as an advocate for clients/families, physicians, and other staff members, facilitating client/family learning throughout the clinical experience, reinforcing continued health care through teaching and/or referral
• Arrange clinical services, make referrals to appropriate providers, assist in treatment compliance, coordinate with human service agencies and request village based counseling services when appropriate
• Maintain quality and efficiency standards and make recommendations to supervisor for improvements as needed
• Participate in activities that promote professional growth and self-development , attend pertinent in-services, departmental and other meetings as requested
• Work with regional agencies to promote NSHC’s Behavioral Health Services working to achieve and integrate NSHC goals with the expectations of federal and state governments
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 general patient care activities
• Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records
• Knowledge of regional and cultural customs and values

Required Skills and Abilities:

All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered on 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/customer confidentiality.

Job specific skills and abilities are listed below:

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Interpersonal skills and teambuilding

Education

Degree

Program

Master's Degree

Social Work or related counseling field

Experience

1 year(s)

working in a clinical setting in the behavioral health field

0 (years)

Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated.

Credentials

Must be eligible for LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), LMFT (Licensed Marital and Family Therapist) or equivalent state license in Alaska within two years of hire