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The Arc of Anchorage · 4 months ago

AMHR Residential Treatment Behavioral Health Aide

LOC, Anchorage, AK, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19/hr - $19/hr

The Arc of Anchorage is an organization dedicated to supporting individuals with behavioral health needs. They are seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to oversee service delivery, support clinical staff, and ensure positive treatment outcomes for clients.

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Responsibilities

Maintains internal program statistics, referrals data, and follow-up records; enters data into Therap, AKAIMS, and other databases, perform electronic transmissions and produces related reports

Schedule rooms for educational sessions, group sessions, and other uses. Perform note-taking on staff’s hotline and/or telephones as needed. Supervise clients’ activities and chores

Assist with preparing and submitting General events reports, critical incident reports, and corrective actions

Perform client intake and program orientation; lead house routines and monitor individuals’ behavior, notifying the clinical team via Therap documentation when action is needed

De-escalate clients in emergency situations using MANDT, and immediately contacts the supervisor and/or counselor

Complete appropriate training on medication distribution procedure, obtain medications for clients, observe client self-administration of medication, and complete required documentation

Support clients in completing assignments and providing feedback

Provide client education, give presentations, and lead discussion sessions with clients

Transport and accompany clients on approved passes

Obtain urinalysis specimens and BRAAC from clients, as assigned

Attend staff meetings and complete required training

Adheres to policy, procedures, and regulations set forth by regulating authorities such as and is not limited to local, state, federal, CARF, Medicaid, and The Arc of Anchorage

Perform other related duties as assigned and/or negotiated

Qualification

Client care experienceTrauma-informed careBehavioral health knowledgeProficient with databasesCommunication skillsCross-cultural knowledgePeer support mentorshipBasic computer useMicrosoft OfficeCPR certificationMandt trainingOrganizational skills

Required

Knowledge of or experience in client care in a clinical or medical setting

Knowledge of cross-cultural issues

Knowledge of peer support mentorship, advocacy, and recovery support

Understanding of trauma-informed care

Alaska driver's license with an acceptable criminal history and driving records

Ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative work environment and to work with a minimum of supervision

Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient with general office equipment including computers and related software, with Windows applications, databases, and report-generating software

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with peers, supervisors, clients, families, and visitors

Ability to complete multiple tasks, meet deadlines, observe confidentiality, remain self-motivated, and work with a minimum of supervision

Basic computer use and experience with Microsoft Office

Background checks as defined by licensing agencies

Current TB test/clearance

Valid driver's license and proof of insurance

Clean driving record

Pass mandatory agency training (i.e., CPR, Mandt, Programs)