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Ketchikan Indian Community Behavioral Health Aide in Ketchikan, Alaska
General Information
Job Title: Behavioral Health Aide
Date Posted: 06/25/2024
Location: Behavioral Health
Compensation and Hours
Minimum Salary: $22.51/Hour
Maximum Salary: $33.77/Hour
Type of Job: Full Time
Hours per Week: 40
Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision/401K
Anticipated Job Duration: Year Round
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Job Description
Indian Preference: Consistent with Public Law 93-638 and other federal laws recognizing the inherent right of the Tribe to exercise Indian Preference.
Purpose
Ketchikan Indian Community (KIC) job descriptions are a management tool to help organize duties and provide employees with the employer’s expectations with regard to a specific job classification. The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a reasonable assignment for the position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Aide (BHA) under direct supervision of a licensed behavioral health clinician or a behavioral health professional, provides access to and delivers behavioral health services, within a defined scope of practice, to patients. This includes but not limited to: prevention, early intervention, case management, aftercare, and follow-up for individuals and families impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance abuse and mental health) issues.
Works as a liaison for patients from Behavioral Health to other KIC departments for recommended KIC service: Tribal Health Clinic, Social Services, Education & Training, and Housing. Assist with external support offered in the local area. Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provide basic information and support to patients on behavioral health challenges identified;
Act as a liaison for patients in the community and advocate for patient’s rights and services;
Engage patients and the community in behavioral health initiatives and activities;
Assist patients in understanding their treatment plan and making the necessary referral contacts with them;
Provide the appropriate level of counseling within their purview and as requested by clinical supervisor;
Assist with crisis management;
Work under direct clinical supervision for all services, training and development;
Ability to recognize behavioral health challenges and provide information and support to patients;
An understanding of the Behavioral Health Aide Code of Ethics and demonstrate an understanding of professional standards, agency policies and the law;
Document all contacts, engagements and education;
May be requested to serve as an on-call team;
Maintain records of required program data, complete reports and submit such data and reports in a timely manner according to KIC policy and upon supervisor requests;
Keep all confidential material/records/correspondence is secure and that individual client confidentiality is maintained according with HIPPA and 42 CFR requirements.
KIC COMPETENCIES
Cultural Competency: To be respectful and responsive (https://www.samhsa.gov/capt/applying-strategic-prevention-framework/cultural-competence/cultural-competence-spf#be-respectful-and-responsive) to the health beliefs, practices, and cultural and linguistic needs of KIC Tribal Members. Developing cultural competence is an evolving, dynamic process that takes time and occurs along a continuum (https://www.samhsa.gov/capt/applying-strategic-prevention-framework/cultural-competence/cultural-competence-spf#cultural-competence-continuum) .
Commitment: To serve Tribal Members and set a high standard for yourself in your performance; strive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and bring issues to closure; and stay persistent despite obstacles and opposition.
Customer Service: Meet/exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identify, understand, and monitor the needs of both internal and external customers, always talk and act with customers in mind; and recognize working colleagues as customers.
Effective Communication: Ensure important information is passed to those who need to know; convey necessary information with respect, clearly and effectively orally or in writing
Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrate a high level of conscientiousness; hold oneself personally responsible for one's own work; and do the required fair share of work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements
Knowledge of Alaska Tribal Health System, Alaska Native culture(s) politics, and cultural differences and their impact;
Knowledge of BHA Code of Ethics and ethical considerations of helping professions;
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;
Knowledge of policies and procedures for client care;
Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with clients and families;
Knowledge in foundational methods to educate clients as part of primary prevention or to fortify treatment strategies;
Skill in strategies for improving health;
Skill in responding and adapting to different cultural context and circumstances;
Skill in maintaining and updating office and client schedules and appointments;
Skill in gathering client’s contact information and initial screening;
Skill in maintaining personal and professional boundaries and applying them in a small community setting;
Skill in obtaining client consent and applying rules of consent to minors, guardianship and vulnerable populations;
Skill in analyzing safety issues and preparing recommendations based on findings;
Skill in providing case management and referrals to services;
Skill in providing and maintaining accurate documentation in the client health record and appropriate use of different documentation format;
Ability to ensure important information is passed to those who need to know, convey necessary information with respect, clearly and effectively orally or in writing;
Ability to demonstrate a high level of conscientiousness; hold oneself personally responsible for one's own work; and do the required fair share.
Physical Activities Include
Must be able to hear. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to use hands to finger, handle or operate objects tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; and taste or smell. Each of the listed activities also requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, and stooping, climbing on stools and ladders, and routinely lifting and carrying items and boxes up to ten (10) pounds.
Writing by hand and using a personal computer. Long hours in front of computer screen. Traveling occasionally, to out-of-town meetings and functions.
License(s)
Possess current valid State of Alaska driver's license with a record acceptable to KIC’s Insurance carrier.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a small office with limited storage, filing and workspace. People asking questions/directions frequently interrupt incumbent. Some work is performed in conference rooms and at photocopy/fax machine
Working Environment
The environment involves the usual risks and stress of an office environment within an ambulatory health care facility. The employee may be exposed to communicable diseases. Safety precautions for employees such as blood drawing for screening of various diseases such as hepatitis, required immunizations, etc. are necessary. The employee is occasionally subject to verbal abuse, threats, and physical violence from angry, hostile, or disgruntled patients and/or family members.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma or GED required. Under the direct supervision of a clinical supervisor, the employee shall arrange to complete specific training, practicum, and job duties that support the advancement of BHA certification. Such requirements are detailed in the CHAPCB Standards and Procedures.
Employee must complete or show evidence of having completed the training requirements for certification as a Behavioral Health Aide-I.
Experience
One (1) year of office experience as a BHA-I. Must have experience in a behavioral health clinic and/or agency setting and be familiar with reporting laws and state and federal regulations regarding confidentiality. Experience with Tribal healthcare. Training or experience specific to substance abuse, mental health, behavioral health, or community wellness programs is highly preferred.
Any combination of related education and/or related experience will be considered if the candidate posses the demonstrated ability.
Required Job Qualifications
Are you 18 or older?
Can you pass a drug test?
Do you have a pending charge or past conviction for DWI/DUI?
Do you have any pending charge(s) or past conviction(s) for possession of a controlled substance?
Has a driver's license, permit, or privilege ever been suspended or revoked?
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