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