Clinical Associate - Day Shelter presso Norton Sound Health Corporation

Purpose of Position:

Under the direct supervision of a licensed behavioral health Clinician, provides access to and delivers behavioral health services, within a defined scope of practice to Day Shelter guests, including, but not limited to, prevention, early intervention, case management, aftercare and follow-up for individuals and families within the Day Shelter impacted by a variety of behavioral health addiction/substance abuse and mental health issues. 

This position is designed to afford entry level employment through training and formal education in the areas of community development, prevention and wellness education and individual and group counseling for substance abuse and mental health concerns: the primary work of this position is the successful completion of the training, education and prevention activities that promote healthy lifestyles.  The trainee will begin to demonstrate and be assisted in the essential functions of the position.

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 close supervision and by the direction of the clinical supervisor the Clinical Associate Trainee shall receive training with the following functions: 

• In collaboration with Day Shelter staff and the Day Shelter Clinician, provide a safe, healthy, and educational environment to encourage and support wellness within our Day Shelter guests.

• Providing follow-up support, aftercare, support groups, directed case management, advocacy, and networking services for mental health or substance abuse to inpatient and outpatient Day Shelter clients
• Briefly interview new clients and arrange clinical services, make referrals, and assist in treatment compliance 
• Lead and/or support appropriate prevention and wellness education activities at the Day Shelter in collaboration with the Day Shelter Clinician and Day Shelter staff
• Engage, complete, and practice the skills and knowledge offered through the Behavioral Health Aide (BHA) and/or Chemical Dependency Counselor (CDC) programs
• Submit CARF and Medicaid compliant documentation in a timely manner.  
• Perform other duties as assigned

Personal Traits:

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 behavioral health issues and community strengths in the Bering Straits region.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Tribal law, regulations, rules, policies, and processes. Including substantial knowledge of relevant specialized fields such as 42 CFR and HIPPA requirements. 
• Capacity to communicate with respect and empathy
• Capacity for accessing and utilizing educational opportunities
• Knowledge of general client care activities
• Knowledge of documentation requirements for record compliance
• Ability to use technology

Required Skills and Abilities:

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

Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: 

• Excellent customer service
• Above average sensitivity for client confidentiality and right to privacy
• Demonstrated ability to manage tasks and activities

Minimum Requirements

CA Trainee (Grade 4)

            High School Diploma

            BLS within 3 months of hire

            1 Year full time employment

CA I (Grade 5)

            All the requirements of a Trainee

            6 months as a Clinical Associate Trainee

            BHA I certification

CA II (Grade 6)

            All the requirements of a CA I

            6 months as a CA II

            BHA II certification

CA III (Grade 7)

            All the requirements of a CA II

            6 Months as a CA II

            BHA III certification

CA Practitioner (Grade 8)

            All the requirements of a CA III

            1 year as a CA III

            BHP certification

Physical Requirements:

∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment

∙Sit more than half the workday

∙Stand and/or walk less than half the workday

∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach

∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks

∙Lift or carry unaided less than 25 pounds

∙See and hear with normal acuity

Working Conditions:

∙Work is conducted in a standard office environment

∙Minimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)

• Via large aircraft
• Via small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft, and/or
• Via snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, or boat

I attest that I do not have any physical, mental, or medical impairment or disability that would limit my job performance.

Affirmation of understanding of job duties: