Mental Health Clinician 1/2 (PCN 065191)
State of Alaska, Anchorage, AK, United States
Mission and Values
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute mission is to provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives. Its vision is an Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgement. The division values Integrity, Dignity, Accountability, and Safety.
Responsibilities
Assist patients in setting appropriate goals related to discharge planning and discuss ongoing discharge plans with patients.
Provide group therapy sessions and effectively manage group processes to maximize therapeutic benefits to patients.
Conduct process and specialty groups as assigned.
Participate in unit treatment team meetings.
Coordinate the development and review of the Master Treatment Plan and Treatment Plan updates, including input from all treatment team disciplines.
Complete psychosocial assessments for newly admitted patients and ensure the psychosocial data is comprehensive, completed within a specified timeline, and includes an integrated summary with recommendations for treatment and discharge.
Assure continuity of care for person-centered discharge planning by summarizing active treatment goals and recommendations for aftercare.
Assist supervisor in the division of workload and related aspects of clinic or hospital management.
Prepare reports, case records, and correspondence.
Education and Experience
Mental Health Clinician 1 : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work, child guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field.
Mental Health Clinician 2 : Master’s degree from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work, child guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field.
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in Analysis and Assessment, Decision Making, Interpersonal Skills, Psychology, and Therapy and Counseling.
Competencies
Analysis and Assessment: Use information technology to access, collect, analyze, maintain, and disseminate data and information.
Decision Making: Make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceive the impact and implications of decisions; commit to action even in uncertain situations.
Interpersonal Skills: Treat others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect; consider and respond appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people.
Psychology: Knowledge of concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior in various contexts and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Therapy and Counseling: Knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental ailments and career guidance.
Benefits
Competitive salary with opportunities for regular merit and longevity increases; professional certification in MANDT and CPR; opportunities for advanced training from specialists; comprehensive orientation and annual training.
Working Environment
The selected candidate will work in a fast-paced, busy, and challenging environment, collaborating closely with supervisors, managers, and personnel to provide services to the Alaska Psychiatric Institute.
EEO Statement
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats may contact 1-800-587-4095. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute mission is to provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives. Its vision is an Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgement. The division values Integrity, Dignity, Accountability, and Safety.
Responsibilities
Assist patients in setting appropriate goals related to discharge planning and discuss ongoing discharge plans with patients.
Provide group therapy sessions and effectively manage group processes to maximize therapeutic benefits to patients.
Conduct process and specialty groups as assigned.
Participate in unit treatment team meetings.
Coordinate the development and review of the Master Treatment Plan and Treatment Plan updates, including input from all treatment team disciplines.
Complete psychosocial assessments for newly admitted patients and ensure the psychosocial data is comprehensive, completed within a specified timeline, and includes an integrated summary with recommendations for treatment and discharge.
Assure continuity of care for person-centered discharge planning by summarizing active treatment goals and recommendations for aftercare.
Assist supervisor in the division of workload and related aspects of clinic or hospital management.
Prepare reports, case records, and correspondence.
Education and Experience
Mental Health Clinician 1 : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work, child guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field.
Mental Health Clinician 2 : Master’s degree from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work, child guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field.
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in Analysis and Assessment, Decision Making, Interpersonal Skills, Psychology, and Therapy and Counseling.
Competencies
Analysis and Assessment: Use information technology to access, collect, analyze, maintain, and disseminate data and information.
Decision Making: Make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceive the impact and implications of decisions; commit to action even in uncertain situations.
Interpersonal Skills: Treat others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect; consider and respond appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people.
Psychology: Knowledge of concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior in various contexts and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Therapy and Counseling: Knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of physical and mental ailments and career guidance.
Benefits
Competitive salary with opportunities for regular merit and longevity increases; professional certification in MANDT and CPR; opportunities for advanced training from specialists; comprehensive orientation and annual training.
Working Environment
The selected candidate will work in a fast-paced, busy, and challenging environment, collaborating closely with supervisors, managers, and personnel to provide services to the Alaska Psychiatric Institute.
EEO Statement
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats may contact 1-800-587-4095. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr