Mental Health Clinician 2 (PCN 20-1083)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska, Department of Corrections, Division of Health & Rehabilitation Services, seeks a Mental Health Clinician 2 in Anchorage, Alaska. Under supervision, you will identify severely mentally ill individuals transitioning from DOC custody to felony probation, plan services, coordinate with community providers, and testify in court when needed.

The role does not involve direct clinical services. Join a mission-driven agency committed to rehabilitation, safety, and professional care in a

Responsibilities

• Identify severely mentally ill individuals transitioning from DOC custody to felony probation in the Anchorage area.
• Plan and coordinate individualized treatment services for identified SMI people while promoting public safety and reducing re-institutionalism by arranging community-based services.
• Assess and monitor caseload in the community while communicating with and supporting services providers.
• Act as a liaison between DOC mental health, probation, court and community service providers; testify in court and attend Parole Board Hearings as needed.
• Require clinical knowledge and skills, however the position does not involve providing clinical services.

Job description

Mental Health Clinician 2 (PCN 20-1083) in Anchorage, AK

The Department of Corrections, Division of Health & Rehabilitation Services, is recruiting for a Mental Health Clinician 2, located in Anchorage, Alaska.

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What You Will Be Doing

Under the supervision of Mental Health Clinician 3, this position will:

• Identify severely mentally ill (SMI) individuals convicted of felony charges who are transitioning from DOC custody to felony probation in the Anchorage area
• Plan and coordinate individualized treatment services for identified SMI people while promoting public safety and reducing the risk of recidivism and re-institutionalism by arranging appropriate community-based services
• Assess and monitor their caseload in the community while communicating with and supporting services providers.
• Act as a liaison between DOC mental health, probation, court and community service providers to troubleshoot and promote mutual understanding clinical, forensic and other issues affecting the client while also being able to testify in court and attend Parole Board Hearings, as needed.
• Require clinical knowledge and skills, however the position does not involve providing clinical services.

Our Mission, Values, and Culture

We are dedicated to providing essential health care and to promoting rehabilitation. We are committed to a culture of professionalism, quality and safety. We seek applicants who are interested