State of Alaska
Overview
The Department of Corrections, Division of Health & Rehabilitation Services, is recruiting for a Mental Health Clinician 2 to join the team at the Anchorage Correctional Center (ACC), located in Anchorage, Alaska. What You Will Be Doing
Under the supervision of the Mental Health Clinician 3, this position will: Screen, triage, observe, and assess inmates presenting with a wide variety of diagnoses including severe and persistent mental illness, behavior problems, organic disorders, alcohol/drug abuse, developmental disabilities, and personality disorders. Provide crisis intervention services, including suicide assessments and development of safety plans for inmates as needed. Make referrals to and assist the psychiatric provider with clinics. Develop detailed release plans for inmates with severe and persisting mental illness. Facilitate group programming aimed at the adjustment and rehabilitation of inmates. Our Mission, Values, And Culture
The HARS Mission Statement: To provide timely access to essential care through an evidence-based multidisciplinary approach. We are committed to a culture of professionalism, quality and safety. We seek applicants who are interested in furthering the HARS Mission and who will strive to uphold the Division's Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, Safety and Growth. Benefits Of Joining Our Team
Working as a mental health clinician for the Department of Corrections offers the opportunity to make a profound impact on a vulnerable population, supporting rehabilitation and contributing to public safety. The role supports professional growth through a collaborative multidisciplinary team and aims to improve patient outcomes. The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is located at the Anchorage Correctional Complex West, a secure facility for incarcerated male offenders. This role will work closely with a team of correctional officers, mental health clinicians, probation officers, psychiatric providers, and medical staff. Who We Are Looking For
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Minimum Qualifications
Competency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions This job class uses competency based minimum qualifications. Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class. Master’s degree
from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work, child guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field. AND Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in: Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or 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. Special Note : Some positions require the incumbent be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or a Licensed Professional Counselor. This requirement will be addressed in the job posting. Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Transcripts from the highest level of education completed Three professional references RECRUITMENT DIFFICULTIES Starting salary may be approved up to Step D - $3,170.25, if criteria are met. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT The State’s online recruitment system requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. The State of Alaska does not sponsor employment. EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer. The State complies with ADA requirements. For accommodations, call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY). WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095. For password assistance visit the provided site; contact recruitment.services@alaska.gov for help. Contact Information
Kim Curtis Deputy Chief Mental Health Officer 907-269-7313 kim.curtis@alaska.gov Note
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. This posting may include multiple vacancies and may be used for future openings up to 90 days after close.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Department of Corrections, Division of Health & Rehabilitation Services, is recruiting for a Mental Health Clinician 2 to join the team at the Anchorage Correctional Center (ACC), located in Anchorage, Alaska. What You Will Be Doing
Under the supervision of the Mental Health Clinician 3, this position will: Screen, triage, observe, and assess inmates presenting with a wide variety of diagnoses including severe and persistent mental illness, behavior problems, organic disorders, alcohol/drug abuse, developmental disabilities, and personality disorders. Provide crisis intervention services, including suicide assessments and development of safety plans for inmates as needed. Make referrals to and assist the psychiatric provider with clinics. Develop detailed release plans for inmates with severe and persisting mental illness. Facilitate group programming aimed at the adjustment and rehabilitation of inmates. Our Mission, Values, And Culture
The HARS Mission Statement: To provide timely access to essential care through an evidence-based multidisciplinary approach. We are committed to a culture of professionalism, quality and safety. We seek applicants who are interested in furthering the HARS Mission and who will strive to uphold the Division's Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Teamwork, Safety and Growth. Benefits Of Joining Our Team
Working as a mental health clinician for the Department of Corrections offers the opportunity to make a profound impact on a vulnerable population, supporting rehabilitation and contributing to public safety. The role supports professional growth through a collaborative multidisciplinary team and aims to improve patient outcomes. The Working Environment You Can Expect
This position is located at the Anchorage Correctional Complex West, a secure facility for incarcerated male offenders. This role will work closely with a team of correctional officers, mental health clinicians, probation officers, psychiatric providers, and medical staff. Who We Are Looking For
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Minimum Qualifications
Competency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions This job class uses competency based minimum qualifications. Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class. Master’s degree
from an accredited college in counseling, psychology, social work, child guidance, vocational rehabilitation, or a closely related field. AND Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities in: Analysis and Assessment: Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information. Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences. Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or 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. Special Note : Some positions require the incumbent be licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or a Licensed Professional Counselor. This requirement will be addressed in the job posting. Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Transcripts from the highest level of education completed Three professional references RECRUITMENT DIFFICULTIES Starting salary may be approved up to Step D - $3,170.25, if criteria are met. LEGAL EMPLOYMENT The State’s online recruitment system requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. The State of Alaska does not sponsor employment. EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer. The State complies with ADA requirements. For accommodations, call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY). WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095. For password assistance visit the provided site; contact recruitment.services@alaska.gov for help. Contact Information
Kim Curtis Deputy Chief Mental Health Officer 907-269-7313 kim.curtis@alaska.gov Note
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing. This posting may include multiple vacancies and may be used for future openings up to 90 days after close.
#J-18808-Ljbffr