Residential Lead Behavioral Health Associate at Clitheroe Residential Programs

Residential Lead Behavioral Health Associate at Clitheroe Residential Programs

Job Category: Social Services

Requisition Number: RESID
020464

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• Posted :
  May 16, 2025
• Full-Time
• Rate : $19.50 USD per hour

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Clitheroe Men's Residential Center
Anchorage, AK 99503, USA

General Statement
:
The Salvation Army is a branch part of the Christian Church and the ultimate goal of all programs is spiritual regeneration of all people.

Corps/Department: Salvation Army Clitheroe Center

Reports To:
Lead Behavioral Health Associate

FLSA Status
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Full Time/40 hours per week;
Non-Exempt

Education and Work Experience
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• One year of education in the Human Services Field, or equivalent experience. Alaska State Counselor Technician certificate preferred.
• Three years experience in the field of substance abuse, homelessness, or related field.
• One year’s experience in clerical and data entry work; proficiency in using general office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite, databases, Intergy EHR, and report-generating programs.

Scope of Position/

Essential Functions:

Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, the Lead Behavioral Health Associate maintains and enhances treatment capabilities by training, coaching, and monitoring Behavioral Health Associates. The Lead Behavioral Health Associate supports the clinical staff to ensure treatment outcomes by monitoring the well‑being of residential clients, monitoring the implementation of house rules, maintaining written reports, providing informal counseling, and carrying out safety procedures.

This position assists with the weekly staff schedule, arranging for replacement coverage during staff shortages, tracking residents' pass forms, and supervising client activities and chores. The position performs data entry into databases; prepares paperwork; conducts client intakes and orientation groups; documents client behaviors in EHR; monitors clients, provides client education, accompanies and/or transports clients on approved passes, and facilitates client recovery skills groups as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
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• Knowledge of or experience in client care in a clinical or medical setting.
• Knowledge of cross‑cultural issues.
• Knowledge of peer support mentorship, advocacy, and recovery support
• Understanding of trauma‑informed care.
• Alaska driver’s license with acceptable criminal history and driving records.
• Ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative work environment and to work with a minimum of supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with general office equipment including computers and related software, with Windows applications, databases, and report‑generating software.
• Familiarity with AKAIMS preferred.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with peers, supervisors, clients, families, and visitors.
• Ability to complete multiple tasks, meet deadlines, observe confidentiality, remain self‑motivated, and work with a minimum of supervision.

Essential Functions
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• Provide assistance in coordination of case management needs under the direction of the Client’s Primary Counselor and/or Operations Manager by training and overseeing Behavioral Health Associate’s training, scheduling, and on the job performance.
• Maintain a sense of stability and continuity for clients by providing leadership and guidance to the Behavioral Health Associate staff.
• Maintain internal program statistics, referrals data, and follow‑up records; enter data into Intergy EHR, AKAIMS, and other databases, perform electronic transmissions, and produce related reports. Performs filing in client charts.
• Schedule rooms for educational sessions, group sessions, and other uses. Perform note‑taking, staffs hotline, and/or telephones as needed. Supervise clients’ activities and chores.
• Assist with preparing and submitting critical incident reports and corrective actions.
• Perform client intake and program orientation; lead house routines and monitor client behavior, notifying primary counselor via EHR documentation when action is needed.
• De‑escalate clients in emergency situations using…