Job Description
The Department of Corrections is currently offering a hire incentive bonus of up to $15,000.00 to newly hired Mental Health Clinician 3. The incentive bonus will be paid in two equal installments, minus mandatory deductions. The first installment will be paid 90 calendar days after the first day of employment, and upon demonstrating an overall mid-acceptable performance rating. The second and final installment will be paid upon the employee's successful completion of the probationary period. Payments will be due within sixty (60) calendar days of such request. To receive an incentive, employees are expected to agree to a three-year term of employment with the Department of Corrections.The Department of Corrections, Division of Health & Rehabilitation Services, is recruiting for a Mental Health Clinician 3 position at the Anchorage Correctional Complex (ACC) located in Anchorage, Alaska.What you will be doing:Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Mental Health Officer, this position will:
- Act as the lead clinician for mental health services at the Anchorage Correctional Center and work in conjunction with the other Mental Health Clinician 3s to coordinate services.
- Develop and oversee the day-to-day programming and management of the subacute unit, including clinical and administrative supervision of mental health staff.
- Conduct diagnostic screening of referred inmates with high probability of psychological problems through the evaluation of existing history, prior psychological testing, clinical observations and direct interviews.
- Conduct multi-diagnostic mental status examinations and triages acuity levels of high-risk psychiatric patients including those with a wide variety of diagnoses such as chronic mental illness, behavior/characterological disorders, organic impairments, alcohol/drug disorders, and developmental disabilities.
- Respond to crisis referrals from staff and makes appropriate recommendations and/or provides treatment for mentally ill inmates, suicidal inmates, as well as inmates with extreme behavior problems.
Who we are looking for:We are looking for an employee with the following desired strengths:
- Master's degree from an accredited university in counseling, psychology, social work or closely related field
- Experience working with chronically mentally ill adults
- Experience supervising staff and oversight of clinical programming
- Ability to work closely and collaboratively with medical and security staff
- Ability to motivate and work well with difficult, treatment-resistant clients
Minimum QualificationsDoctoral degree OR 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:
- Accountability: Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
- Developing Others: Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
- Managing Human Resources: Plans, distributes, coordinates, and monitors work assignments of others; evaluates work performance and provides feedback to others on their performance; ensures that staff are appropriately selected, utilized, and developed, and that they are treated in a fair and equitable manner.
- 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.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTSIf selected for an interview, the applicant must provide the following:
- Current Resume
- List of three professional references including current supervisor and contact information.
- Transcripts of your highest level of education.
SPECIAL NOTICEMay be called upon to travel to other sites to perform critical incident debriefing of staff and inmates following emergent or traumatic events.
APPLICATION NOTICEYou can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via a hardcopy application. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
EEO STATEMENTThe 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, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal-opportunity employer.
Contact InformationKim Curtis, MS, LPCDeputy Chief Mental Health Officer
kim.curtis@alaska.gov
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