Therapist – Social Worker

Job Title

Crisis Behavioral Health Clinician

Location

Sitka, AK | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Full-Time | Permanent | Onsite | Day Shift

Key Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based, culturally relevant crisis intervention services in the emergency room and other hospital departments for individuals experiencing behavioral, emotional, substance, and/or mental health disorders
• Assess individuals in crisis in coordination with the interdisciplinary team to determine the most appropriate level of care, including evaluation for involuntary psychiatric hospitalization under Alaska Statute Title 47
• Coordinate care with external agencies, psychiatric hospitals, and evaluation and treatment facilities to facilitate higher levels of care when indicated
• Provide short-term management of mental health and substance use disorders, including motivational interviewing, bio-psychosocial education, and skill development
• Serve as an active member of the patient's interdisciplinary treatment team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, social work, discharge planners, and utilization review staff
• Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation of all services within the electronic health record in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• Active licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) preferred; unlicensed candidates will receive clinical supervision and must obtain and maintain licensure throughout employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire
• Valid State of Alaska Driver's License, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a mental health, substance use treatment program, or similar behavioral health social service setting
• Experience conducting behavioral health assessments and diagnoses across all age groups

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Alaska State Chemical Dependency Counselor I (CDCI) or Master Addiction Counselor (MAC) certificate or equivalent
• Familiarity with Alaska Statute Title 47 involuntary commitment procedures and associated documentation
• Knowledge of federal and state mandatory reporting requirements, HIPAA, CARF, The Joint Commission, and applicable Medicaid and federal regulations
• Experience applying Trauma Informed Care principles in clinical and community settings

Why Join Us

• Join a mission-driven, nonprofit health organization dedicated to serving the residents of a unique and underserved region of Alaska, with a strong commitment to employee growth and professional advancement
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement, paid time off, and paid parental leave