Clinician (Recovery and Justice-Involved) Full or Part Time - Community & Behavioral Services Healing Center - Juneau
Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes·Juneau, Alaska
Central Council Tlingit & Haida Indian Tribes·Juneau, Alaska
Deliver outpatient clinical services, including individual, group, and family therapy, for justice-involved individuals and youth in recovery and reentry programs. Develop person-centered, evidence-based treatment plans and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies.
This is a Full-Time, benefitted position and we are open to potentially hiring Part-Time folks! If you have interest and are looking for less than full-time but still want the option of excellent benefits, reach out! Email to recruitment@tlingitandhaida.org if you have any questions.*
The Community & Behavioral Services Healing Center is seeking a licensed mental health professional to deliver outpatient clinical services to residents residing in our reentry & recovery program (ages 18+) and to participants involved with our Tribal Court’s Youth Healing to Wellness Program (ages 14-21). Individuals in these programs are in court-diversion programs or reentering the community after incarceration or substance use treatment. The incumbent is responsible for the development of individualized, person-center, evidence-based treatment plans and services including group, individual, and family services, as clinically indicated, for each program participant. They work with a multidisciplinary team that includes case managers, toward the goal of successful community reintegration and sustained recovery for all participants. An assessment is provided prior to acceptance in either program to determine if the program is an appropriate fit, and what services may be needed during their program involvement.
Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:
Develop, implement, and oversee services specifically designed for reentry and/or recovery populations facing substance use, mental health, and psychosocial challenges.
Deliver developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive interventions for adolescent and transition-age youth (14-21) with co-occurring disorders in Youth Healing to Wellness Court program and adults in Reentry & Recovery program.
Conduct comprehensive, integrated bio-psycho-social assessments with treatment recommendations and DSM-V-TR diagnoses.
Conduct criminogenic risk needs responsivity assessments to identify risk factors, target treatment, ensure responsivity, match treatment intensity, and to address non-criminogenic needs.
Assist in identifying appropriate program participants with an understanding of program admission criteria.
Create individualized treatment plans to direct the treatment team’s services based on client needs and evidence-based practices.
Provide regular individual and/or family therapy sessions, reoccurring group therapy sessions focusing on recovery, relapse prevention, coping skills, and life skills necessary for successful community reentry and/or recovery.
Identify and utilize appropriate and relevant substance use/group curriculums for both programs.
Monitor client progress regularly and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure effective outcomes.
Maintain complete participant case files with timely documentation that complies with legal, ethical, and organizational standards.
Coordinate care with probation/parole officers, community agencies, healthcare providers, and family members to support a holistic recovery and reentry process.
Plan and host or co-host community outreach, engagement and educational activities in collaboration with Wellness Court or R&R, community partners, and participants/families to promote awareness, prevention, recovery and culturally grounded wellness practices.
Participate in staff meetings, case consultations, and continuous professional development activities.
Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and funding agency requirements.
Maintain working knowledge of theories, principles, and program guidelines in Behavioral Services including timely completion of all training and licensure requirements.
Assist leadership in providing support to Reentry & Recovery team and Wellness Court team through loss of participants/staff or participant relapse/etc. to contribute to a healthy, trauma-informed, and supportive work environment.
Adhere to HIPAA and 42 CFR confidentiality regulations.
Other duties as assigned
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Alaska often reflect steady demand in communities where access to services can be limited and case management is essential. These roles are competitive because employers usually want both direct experience and current credentials, along with reliable transportation for field-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your certification, driver’s license, vehicle access, and case management background before applying.
