Brief Summary:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Social Services the Healthy Family Advocate provides access to, and delivers, behavioral health services within a defined scope of practice to North Slope residents. Services may include prevention, early intervention, case management, aftercare and follow-up services for individuals and families impacted by a variety of behavioral health issues such as addiction, substance use, and mental health.
- Behavioral Health Aide Certification within two (2) years of hire.
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Travel to villages across the North Slope to provide support to families and conduct activities.
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Implement and maintain the programmatic elements of the Behavioral Health program in the villages across the North Slope.
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Perform the day-to-day operations of the Behavioral Health program to include prevention, intervention, case management, aftercare, and follow-up services.
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Provide parenting support groups and parenting classes.
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Perform after-school and summer programming in the villages.
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Conduct screening and evaluation of clients.
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Work one-on-one with clients to plan their treatment and to identify individual goals and objectives.
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Provide appropriate referrals for clients to outside agencies.
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Coordinate client services to include treatment plan implementation, consultation, and discharge planning.
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Provide individual, group, family and significant other counseling services.
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Provide prevention and community education services.
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Document appropriately in client case files and program files.
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Work cooperatively with the Director of Social Services to complete program reports and to maintain program documentation.
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Complete and maintain accurate data tracking for grant requirements.
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Meet the grant requirements and reporting requirements required by any grant funding.
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Network with North Slope Borough, State, Federal, and other agencies to ensure agency coordination, non-duplication of services, and the best possible assistance for constituent families.
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Conduct research as directed.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
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High School Diploma or GED, required.
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Associates Degree from an accredited college in social services or related field preferred. Experience may be substituted for some education.
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Inupiaq speaking preferred.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Knowledge of basic office procedures, including filling, organizing, and requisitioning.
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Good written and verbal communication skills.
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Willingness to travel.
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