Department: Community & Behavioral Services Healing Center

Location: Juneau

Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Grade(s): 13-14 ($44.30+ DOE)

*Note:  This is a Full-Time, benefitted position and we are open to potentially hiring Part-Time folks!  If you have interest and are looking for less than full-time but still want the option of excellent benefits, reach out! Email to recruitment@tlingitandhaida.org if you have any questions.*

Purpose: The Community & Behavioral Services Healing Center is seeking a licensed mental health professional to deliver outpatient clinical services to residents residing in our reentry & recovery program (ages 18+) and to participants involved with our Tribal Court’s Youth Healing to Wellness Program (ages 14-21). Individuals in these programs are in court-diversion programs or reentering the community after incarceration or substance use treatment. The incumbent is responsible for the development of individualized, person-center, evidence-based treatment plans and services including group, individual, and family services, as clinically indicated, for each program participant. They work with a multidisciplinary team that includes case managers, toward the goal of successful community reintegration and sustained recovery for all participants. An assessment is provided prior to acceptance in either program to determine if the program is an appropriate fit, and what services may be needed during their program involvement. 

Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Develop, implement, and oversee services specifically designed for reentry and/or recovery populations facing substance use, mental health, and psychosocial challenges.

• Deliver developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive interventions for adolescent and transition-age youth (14-21) with co-occurring disorders in Youth Healing to Wellness Court program and adults in Reentry & Recovery program.

• Conduct comprehensive, integrated bio-psycho-social assessments with treatment recommendations and DSM-V-TR diagnoses.

• Conduct criminogenic risk needs responsivity assessments to identify risk factors, target treatment, ensure responsivity, match treatment intensity, and to address non-criminogenic needs.

• Assist in identifying appropriate program participants with an understanding of program admission criteria.

• Create individualized treatment plans to direct the treatment team’s services based on client needs and evidence-based practices.

• Provide regular individual and/or family therapy sessions, reoccurring group therapy sessions focusing on recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, and life skills necessary for successful community reentry and/or recovery.

• Identify and utilize appropriate and relevant substance use/group curriculums for both programs.

• Monitor client progress regularly and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure effective outcomes.

• Maintain complete participant case files with timely documentation that complies with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.

• Coordinate care with probation/parole officers, community agencies, healthcare providers, and family members to support a holistic recovery and reentry process.

• Plan and host or co-host community outreach, engagement and educational activities in collaboration with Wellness Court or R&R, community partners, and participants/families to promote awareness, prevention, recovery and culturally grounded wellness practices.

• Participate in staff meetings, case consultations, and continuous professional development activities.

• Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and funding agency requirements.

• Maintain working knowledge of theories, principles, and program guidelines in Behavioral Services including timely completion of all training and licensure requirements.

• Assist leadership in providing support to Reentry & Recovery team and Wellness Court team through loss of participants/staff or participant relapse/etc. to contribute to a healthy, trauma-informed, and supportive work environment.

• Adhere to HIPAA and 42 CFR confidentiality regulations.

• Other duties as assigned 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities. A comprehensive set of capabilities required to perform job tasks effectively:

• Ability to abide by the regulations, operating policies, and procedures regarding Tlingit & Haida programs

• Advanced clinical skills in working with Alaska Natives/American Indians and the commitment to provide high standards of care including Ability to defuse emotionally charged situations in a respectful manner

• Ability to work collaboratively with professionals at all levels to achieve established goals and improve quality outcomes

• Excellent verbal and writing skills

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills

• Strong technological systems ability including Microsoft Suite, electronic health records, and more

• Ability to analyze and interpret complex information from multiple sources

• Ability to manage priorities in a changing environment with limited information

• Ability to be self-directed in problem solving and decision making

• Specialized experience in culturally responsive substance use disorder and mental health treatment

• Knowledge of community needs, problems, and resources

• Sensitivity to diverse cultures and community standards

• Recognize and reinforce the inherent strengths of Alaska Native/ American Indians families and communities

• Protect and maintain confidentiality of participants

Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, skills):

• Master’s Degree or higher in Social Work, Counseling Psychology, or related field

• Two (2) years of clinical experience providing counseling services, preferrably with justice-involved individuals and/or substance use disorders

• Strong understanding of reentry challenges, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices for recovery.

• Must be 21 years of age with a Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications (education, experience, skills):

• Knowledge of the Tlingit and Haida cultures and traditions

• Current clinical licensure in the State of Alaska (or the ability to obtain)

• Five (5) years of clinical experience providing culturally responsive counseling services to Alaska Native/American Indians

• Flexibility with scheduling to meet clinical, programmatic, and collaborative needs, including the ability to occasionally flex hours within a workday (e.g., offering an evening appointment for a family), while not serving in on-call capacity.

Physical Requirements. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation:

• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items weighing less than 40 lbs.

Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Some travel may be required on small aircraft or ferry.  

• Certain positions at Tlingit and Haida may have exposure to certain hazardous materials or conditions.  The supervisor will review these if applicable.